8. MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE & SERVICE TIME INTERVALS FOR SPECIFIC DOCK COMPONENTS CHART
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Do not operate and/or service this dock leveler until you have read
and understood all of the safety information and instructions
contained herein and on the dock leveler.
Do not work under or around dock leveler without first placing
adequate barriers to positively prevent vehicle traffic from entering
the work area.
Follow proper lock-out/tag-out procedures.
Keep hands and feet clear of dock leveler pinch points and wear
appropriate safety attire - glasses, gloves and work boots.
In addition to the daily operator inspection, the manufacturer
recommends (and local government regulations may require)
that a planned maintenance (PM) and safety inspection
program be performed by a trained and authorized service
technician on a regular basis to maintain the equipment is in
safe operating condition. The PM will provide an opportunity to
make a thorough inspection of the safety and operating
condition of the dock leveler. Necessary adjustments and
repairs can be done during the PM, which will increase the life
of components and reduce unscheduled downtime.
Recommended procedures for a periodic planned maintenance
program that covers inspections, operational checks, cleaning,
lubrication, and minor adjustments are outlined in this manual.
An authorized dealer or distributor is prepared to assist with a
planned maintenance program by offering trained service
personnel with expertise in dock leveler maintenance
requirements.
The dock leveler should always be examined by the operator
PRIOR TO ANY USE to verify that it is safe to operate.
The manufacturer recommends making multiple photocopies
of the Operator’s Daily Checklist. The operator should fill out
this form to keep a daily record of operation and maintenance
issues.
Regular maintenance and care of the dock leveler is very important
for cost and operation efficiency and more importantly; operator
safety. A faulty dock leveler is a potential source of danger to the
operator, and to other personnel working near it. As with all quality
equipment, keep the dock leveler in good operating condition by
following the recommended schedule of maintenance.
Failure to properly maintain or operate the dock leveler within its
rated capacity can void the manufacturer warranty.
Arrange for a qualified dock leveler repair technician to perform
regularly scheduled planned maintenance on your dock leveler
every 3 months for single shift operations or monthly for multi-shift
operations.
Call your authorized manufacturer/ dealer for further details.
1. Cleaning, including pit area.
2. Visual inspection of all components.
3. Lubrication, as required. (by a trained service technician only)
4. Test operate all functions.
5. Adjustments, if required. (by a trained service technician only)
6. Check for missing or damaged dock bumpers.
7. Record inspection details and findings for owners’ files.
The Maintenance strut must be in place before commencing
maintenance procedures.
EXTENSION
SPRINGS
INSPECT
CLEAN
LUBRICATE
ADJUST
DECK
ASSEMBLY
SAFETY LEGS
LIP HINGE
ASSEMBLY
LIP EXTENSION
SYSTEM
AIR BAG
As Needed
Every 90 Days
Pivot Points (Light Oil)
Every 90 Days
(Light Oil)
Every 90 Days
(Grease)
As Needed
Not Required
Not Required
Not Required
As Needed
As Needed
ALL THE ABOVE EVERY 90 DAYS
(for multi-shift operations every 30 days is required)
ALL THE ABOVE EVERY 90 DAYS
Clean Lip As Required (for multi-shift operations every 30 days is required)
Note :
In many localities, all lifting devices must be inspected a minimum once per year.
8.2 Operator Daily Inspection
8.1 Planned Maintenance
8.3 Routine Servicing and Maintenance
8.4 Planned Maintenance Intervals
8.5 Maintenance Sequence
Every 90 Days
(Light Oil)
Not Required
U-SERIES AIRBAG DOCK LEVELER with SINGLE PUSH BUTTON CONTROLS
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