Poweramp AP SERIES AIR POWERED - Manual (Page 23)

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4111-0009 — Aug 2012
Jan 2013
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/tagout device* (C).
Whenever servicing the dock leveler, lock the electrical
power disconnect in the OFF position. Use only an
OSHA approved lockout/tagout device* (B).
Only the person servicing the equipment should have
the capability to remove the lockout/tagout 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— Lip Maintenance Prop B —Tag Out Device C — Lock Out Device D —Lip Prop E.—3 Styles of Lock
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.
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