Pre-Lift Operation Notes and Details
Transit agency supervisors should train and educate their lift attendants on the proper use and operation of the wheelchair lift if it is not possible for the attendants to review the safety precautions
WARNING
Maintenance and lubrication proce- dures must be per- formed by authorized service personnel as specified in the applicable installa- tion/service manual. Failure to do so may result in serious bodily injury and/or property damage.
and operation procedures with the wheelchair lift sales represen- tative.
The lift owner's (operator's) manual must be stored in the
Preventive Maintenance:
Maintenance is necessary to ensure safe and troublefree lift operation. General preventive lift maintenance consisting of careful inspections of the lift system and cleaning the lift should be a part of your transit agency's daily lift service pro- gram. Simple inspections can detect potential lift operational problems.
Regular preventive maintenance will reduce potential lift operation downtime and increase the service life of the lift, as well as possibly detecting potential hazards.
Exposure to harsh weather elements, environmental condi- tions, or heavy usage may require more frequent maintenance and lubrication procedures.
Preventive maintenance visual inspections do not take the place of the procedures specified in the Maintenance and Lubrication Schedule provided in the appli- cable lift installation and service manual. Refer to the Mainte- nance and Lubrication section in this manual for further details.
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