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Maintenance
Your LoadLift is subject to the LIFTING OPERATIONS AND LIFTING EQUIPMENT
(LOLER) regulations 1998 which is a statutory requirement to record on a formal document,
the safe working condition of the LoadLift, attachments and mounting structure.
Penny Hydraulics Ltd. Support Team offers a service package to meet customer
requirements and conform to LOLER certification. Please see Service Contract form
enclosed.
The following Planned Maintenance Schedule is designed to monitor the safe working order
of the LoadLift and includes a Thorough Examination by a Competent Person required by
LOLER.
LOLER also requires that a Thorough Examination is carried out following any exceptional
circumstance that may affect the safety of the equipment.
Any defects found whilst carrying out the Planned Maintenance Schedule must be reported
and recorded and the equipment taken out of operation until action by a Competent Person
is undertaken.
The Planned Maintenance Schedule may require the use of parts and consumables.
A list of recommended spares and lubricants is attached.
Planned Maintenance Schedule
On receipt of a new machine and before it is put into service, check that there is no transit
damage or evidence of mishandling.
Before any work is undertaken, ensure the site supervisor is informed and that all safety
precautions are observed and adhered to.
Pay attention to site specific safety and PPE requirements.
Unless dynamic checks, tests or setting up procedures are being carried out, always isolate
the machine from the power supply.
Where dynamic checks are being performed, it is advisable to appoint an assistant to be
available on request.
Ensure a clean working area and sufficient cleaning materials.
Ensure the work area is cordoned off, paying particular attention to the sweep areas
required for dynamic testing.
Daily / Before Use.
1) Check visually for signs of external damage.
2) Check all guards are securely in place.
3) Check for loose or missing nuts, bolts and fasteners.
4) Check for external oil leaks.
5) If any leaks are evident, check the hydraulic oil level.