Maintenance, Service dock leveler safely – Poweramp CentraAir AIR POWERED 2.2012 User Manual

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4111-0023 — Jan. 2012

MAINTENANCE

Service Dock Leveler Safely

Whenever performing maintenance under the

dock leveler platform, support the platform with the

maintenance prop (A). Position the maintenance prop

behind front header plate while staying clear of the lip.

The lip will fold down after the platform has rested on

the maintenance prop. The Lip Prop may be used to

keep the lip extended (D). Additional supports should

be used to prevent the lip from collapsing if working

under the leveler. Lock the maintenance prop in the

service (upright) position using an OSHA approved

lockout/tag out device* (B&C).

Whenever servicing the dock leveler, lock the electrical

power disconnect in the OFF position. Use only an

OSHA approved lockout/tag out device* (B).

Only the person servicing the equipment should have

the capability to remove the lockout/tag out devices.

The Tag out devices* must inform that repairs are in

process and clearly state who is responsible for the

lockout condition.

* Refer to OSHA regulation 1910.147.

A— Maintenance Prop

B —Tag Out Device

D —Lip Prop

C — Lock Out Device

When service under the dock leveler is required,

always lock all electrical disconnects in the OFF

position after raising the platform and engaging the

maintenance prop. Failure to do this may result in

serious personal injury or death.

Always post safety warnings and barricade the

work area at dock level and ground level to prevent

unauthorized use of the dock leveler before

maintenance is complete. Failure to do this may

result in serious personal injury or death.

Always stand clear of the dock leveler lip when

working in front of the dock leveler.

The maintenance prop MUST be in the service

position when working under the dock leveler.

For maximum protection, use an OSHA approved

locking device to lock the maintenance prop in

the service position. Only the person servicing

the equipment should have the key to unlock the

maintenance prop.

Unless the dock leveler is equipped with a tethered

remote, two people are required to engage the

maintenance prop: one person to operate the unit,

the other person to engage the maintenance prop.

Failure to follow these instructions may result in

serious personal injury or death.

C

D

B

A

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