Responsibilty of owners/users – Autoquip GATES SWING User Manual
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RESPONSIBILTY OF OWNERS/USERS
CODE COMPLIANCE
Ultimate responsibility for gaining state and local code approval is the responsibility of
the buyer of the VRC. Please acquaint yourself with the permitting and/or licensing
expenses and requirements of the local regulatory agencies in the installation area.
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INSPECTION & MAINTENANCE
The gates & enclosures shall be inspected & maintained in proper working order in
accordance with Autoquip’s operating/maintenance (O&M) manual and with other
applicable safe operating practices.
REMOVAL FROM SERVICE
Any gate not in safe operating condition such as, but not limited to, missing parts or
fasteners, any bent or cracked structural members, cut or frayed electric lines, damaged
or malfunctioning controls or safety devices, etc. shall be removed from service until it is
repaired to the original manufacturer’s standards.
REPAIRS
All repairs shall be made by qualified personnel in conformance with Autoquip’s
instructions.
OPERATORS
Only trained and authorized personnel shall be permitted to operate the lift and gate.
BEFORE OPERATION
Before using the lift and gate, the operator shall have:
• Read and/or had explained, and understood, the manufacturer’s operating
instructions and safety rules.
• Inspected the lift for proper operation and condition. Any suspect item shall be
carefully examined and a determination made by a qualified person as to
whether it constitutes a hazard. All items not in conformance with Autoquip’s
specification shall be corrected before further use of the lift.
DURING OPERATION
The lift and gate shall only be used in accordance with Autoquip’s O&M manual.
• Do not overload the lift.
• Ensure that all safety devices are operational and in place.
MODIFICATIONS OR ALTERATIONS
Modifications or alterations to this equipment shall be made only with written permission
of Autoquip. Autoquip does not foresee and does not anticipate unauthorized
modifications, and these changes or alterations are grounds for voiding all warranties.
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