5.3Frequent Inspection
5.3.1Inspections should be made on a FREQUENT basis in accordance with Table
Table 5-1 Frequent Inspection
All functional operating mechanisms for maladjustment and unusual sounds.
Operation of limit switch and associated components
Hoist braking system for proper operation
Hooks in accordance with ANSI/ASME B30.10
Hook latch operation
Load chain in accordance with Section 5.7
Load chain reeving for compliance with Section 3.11 and 7.3
Air valves and components for leakage or damage
5.4Periodic Inspection
5.4.1Inspections should be made on a PERIODIC basis in accordance with Table
5.4.2For inspections where load suspension parts of the hoist are disassembled, a load test per ANSI/ASME B30.16 must be performed on the hoist after it is
Table 5-2 Periodic Inspection
Requirements of frequent inspection.
Evidence of loose bolts, nuts, or rivets.
Evidence of worn, corroded, cracked, or distorted parts such as load blocks, suspension housing, chain attachments, clevises, yokes, suspension bolts, shafts, gears, bearings and pins.
Evidence of damage to hook retaining nuts or collars and pins, and welds or rivets used to secure the retaining members.
Evidence of damage or excessive wear of load and idler sheaves.
Evidence of excessive wear on motor vanes or on load brake.
Evidence of damage of supporting structure or trolley, if used.
Function labels on pendant control stations for legibility.
Warning label properly attached to the hoist and legible (see Section 1.2).
End connections of load chain.
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