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Esting, Chedule – Wood’s Powr-Grip LL185 User Manual

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Rev 2.0/6-09

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LW185: #35040

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.

2

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.