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

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ELWC, etc: #35003

• Examine the entire Eazi Lifter for external evidence of looseness, excessive wear, deformation,

cracks, excessive corrosion, dents to structural or functional components, cuts, or any

deficiency which might constitute a hazard.

• Inspect the lifting rope as directed under L

IFTING

R

OPE

M

AINTENANCE

to follow.

• Keep a written record of all Periodic Inspections.
If any deficiency is detected during the inspection, return the Eazi Lifter to Wood’s Powr-Grip or

an authorized dealer for repair (see LIMITED WARRANTY).

Infrequent Use

If an Eazi Lifter is used less than 1 day in a 2-week period, perform the Periodic Inspection

each

time before using the Eazi Lifter

.

Annual Inspection

European law requires the Eazi Lifter to undergo a thorough annual inspection, and if considered

necessary, to be refurbished to an approved specification. This inspection is not dependent on

amount of use or apparent condition. Return the Eazi Lifter to an authorized service center to
ensure a proper inspection is performed. A table is supplied in the back of this manual to record
inspection dates and service performed.

T

ESTING

S

CHEDULE

Perform these tests when placing the Eazi Lifter in service

initially

and

each time following a

repair or modification

. Correct any deficiency and retest before using the Eazi Lifter.

Operational Tests

• Perform the V

ACUUM

T

EST

to follow.

• Test all features and functions of the Eazi Lifter (see OPERATING FEATURES, OPERATION and

MAINTENANCE).

Load Test

Prove that the Eazi Lifter 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 Eazi Lifter as previously directed.
3) Raise the load a minimal distance, and release the winch handle to assure that the load is

supported by the Eazi Lifter.

4) Lower the load a minimal distance and again release the winch handle, to make sure that the

load is supported by the Eazi Lifter.

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The Eazi Lifter should be tested to not less than 100% and not more than 110% of its Maximum Load Capacity.