Esting, Chedule – Wood’s Powr-Grip LL185 User Manual
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Infrequent Use
If a Ladder Lift is used less than 1 day in a 2-week period, perform the Periodic Inspection
each
time before using the Ladder Lift
.
T
ESTING
S
CHEDULE
Perform these tests when placing the Ladder Lift in service
initially
and
each time following a
repair or modification
. Correct any deficiency and retest before using the Ladder Lift.
Operational Tests
• Test all features and functions of the Ladder Lift (see OPERATING FEATURES, OPERATION and
MAINTENANCE).
Load Test
Prove that the Ladder Lift can lift 100% of its Maximum Load Capacity (see SPECIFICATIONS),
using an actual load or an equivalent simulation.
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Employ the following method to test with an
actual load:
1) Place a test load with appropriate L
OAD
C
HARACTERISTICS
(see INTENDED USE) on a stable
support.
2) Attach the load to the Ladder Lift as previously directed.
3) Raise the load a minimal distance, and release the handle of the hand winch to assure that
the load is supported by the Ladder Lift.
4) Lower the load a minimal distance and again release the winch handle, to make sure that the
load is supported by the Ladder Lift.
5) Allow the Ladder Lift to hold the load for 5 minutes. The load must not slip or fall during this
time period. If it does, perform a Periodic Inspection of the Ladder Lift. Be sure to inspect
the hand winch as indicated under W
INCH
M
AINTENANCE
. Correct any deficiency that is found
and retest the Ladder Lift.
Note: See MAINTENANCE topics to follow for additional directions about inspecting and testing
specific Ladder Lift components.
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ASME Standard B30.6 requires the Ladder Lift to be tested to not less than 100% and not more than 110% of its Maximum
Load Capacity.