Maintenance and service 8, Repairs 9 – Lukas DUO Traversing System User Manual

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Maintenance and service

A visual inspection must be carried out after each use and at least once a year regardless

of use. In addition, a function test must be carried out every 3 years, or whenever there is

any doubt as to the safety or reliability of the equipment (observe all applicable national

and international rules and regulations relating to the maintenance intervals of the hydraulic

devices).

CAUTION!

Clean off any dirt before checking the equipment.

WARNING / DANGER / CAUTION!

In order to carry out maintenance and repair work, tools appropriate for the job

and personal protection equipment obligatory

Checks to be performed:

Visual inspection

• Jack and piston rod not damaged or deformed

• Jack accessories complete and not damaged

• Rerailing bridge not damaged or deformed

• Distance bars not damaged or deformed

• Roller carriage not damaged or deformed

• General tightness (no leaks)

• Handles present and secure

• All screw connections tightened

• Type plate, warning labels and other markings present and legible

• Couplings operate smoothly

• Dust protection caps fitted

• All accessories undamaged

Function test

• Fully extend and retract piston

• Smooth extension and retraction of jacks under pressure

• Roller carriage moves smoothly without load

• Fully extend and retract distance bars

• No unusual noises

Repairs

Servicing may only be carried out by the manufacturer or personnel trained by the

manufacturer and by authorised LUKAS dealers.

Only LUKAS spare parts may be used to replace all components (see spare parts list) since

special tools, assembly instructions, safety aspects, inspections might have to complied with

(see also chapter "Maintenance and service”).

During all installation work, pay particular attention to the cleanliness of all components

as contaminants could cause damage to the equipment.

WARNING / DANGER / CAUTION!

Protective clothing must be worn when repairs are being carried out, since

parts of the units can also be pressurised in an idle state.

9.1 General