KNIGHT D-SERIES SERVO HOIST OPERATION MANUAL
SECTION 4
MAINTENANCE
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4.
MAINTENANCE
A. CHAIN INSPECTION
4.1 Inspection Overview
The inspection procedures and recommendations in this manual are based on:
ANSI/ASME B30.16 “Overhead Underhung and Stationary Hoists”
ISO7592-1983 “Calibrated Round Steel Link Lifting Chains --
Guidelines to proper use and maintenance.”
The following definitions and recommendations are from both specifications and pertain to the
recommended inspection procedures in this manual.
Qualified Person:
A person who, by possession of a recognized degree in an applicable field, or
certificate of professional standing, or who by extensive knowledge, training and experience, has
successfully demonstrated the ability to solve or resolve problems relating to the subject matter at
hand.
Designated Person:
A person selected or assigned by the employer or the employer’s
representative as being competent to perform specific duties.
Abnormal Operating Conditions:
Environmental conditions that are unfavorable, harmful, or
detrimental to the operation of a hoist, such as excessively high or low ambient temperatures,
exposure to weather, corrosive fumes, dust laden or moisture laden atmospheres, and hazardous
locations.