Poweramp POWERSTOP 4.2009 - Manual (Page 6)

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SAFETY
4111-0014 — November 2006
Sept 2007
Maintenance Safety Precautions
ALWAYS disconnect electrical power source and
ground wire before welding on dock leveler.
DO NOT ground welding equipment to any
hydraulic or electrical components of the dock
leveler. Always ground to the dock leveler frame.
Failure to follow these instructions may result in
damage to dock leveler and/or serious personal
injury or death.
ALWAYS stand clear of dock leveler lip when
working in front of the dock leveler. Failure to do
this may result in serious personal injury or death.
DO NOT grind or weld if hydraulic fluid or other
flammable liquid is present on the surface to be
ground or welded
DO NOT grind or weld if uncontained hydraulic fluid
or other flammable liquid is present. Stray sparks
can ignite spills or leaks near the work area.
Always clean up the oil leaks and spills before
proceeding with grinding or welding.
Always keep a fire extinguisher of the proper type
nearby when grinding or welding.
Failure to follow these instructions 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 unit before
maintenance is complete.
Hydraulic and electrical power must be OFF when
servicing the equipment. For maximum protection,
use an OSHA approved locking device to lock out
all power sources. Only the person servicing the
equipment should have the key to unlock the
device.
Access under the dock leveler may be required to
service the truck restraint. The maintenance prop
must be in the upright "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 device.