ASME PALD:2003 pdf free download

ASME PALD:2003 pdf free download.SAFETY STANDARD FORPORTABLE AUTOMOTIVE LIETLNG DEVICES.
AU PAlDs shall have the rated capacity marked in a prominent location on the PALL) by casting imprint, metal stamp, or use of durable materials and attachment methods.
1.2 Identification
Each PALD shall include identification or identifying marks of the original manufacturer or supplier by casting imprint. metal stamp, or use of durable materials and attachment methods. The manufacturer or supplier should he able to identify the date of manufacture of each PALD.
I 1.3 Safety Markings
Each PAID shall include safety signs and/or labels developed by the manufacturer or supplier. The signs and/or labels shall be aftied by use of durable materials and attachment methods to each PALL) in a location visible to the operator. The ANSI Z535 series of standards containing guidelines for product safety signs shall be followed.
Examples of safety markings for specific types of PALDs are shown in para. 3.1 of each Part of this Standard.
2 PRODUCT INSTRUCTIONS AND SAFETY MESSAGES
2.1 Product Instructions
Each PAID shall be provided with operator’s instructions. The instructions shall specify the proper operating procedures and basic Function of the components. The instructions shall contain the recommended replacement fluid, maintenance, and inspection procedures and intervals. as applicable. Copy conveying the intent of para. 3 shall be included with the instructions.
2.2 Safety Messages
The instructions should convey the safety markings arid messages shown in para. 3 of the applicable Part of this Standard, but need not he verbatim or limited to these listed.
3 OPERATiON, MAINTENANCE, AND INSPECTION
3.1 Owner and/or Operator Responsibility
The owner and/or operator shall study the product instructions and retain them for future refennce.
3.1.1 Operation. The owner and/or operator shall have an understanding of the product and safety operating instructions before operating the PAID. Safety intormation shall beemphasiied and understood. If the operator is not fluent in English. the product and sfety instructions shall be read to and discussed with the operator in the operator’s native bnguage by the purchaser/owner or his designee, making sure that the operator comprehends their contents.
3.1.2 MaIntenance. The PALD shall be maintained in accordance with the product instructions.
3.1.3 InspectIon
(a) Visual inspection shall be made before each use of the PAID by checking for abnormal conditions, such as cracked welds, leaks, and damaged. loose, or missing parts.
(b) Other inspections shall be made per product operating instructions
(c) Each PAID shall be inspected immediately if the lift is believed to have been subjected to an abnormal load or shock, It is recommended that this inspection be made by a manufacturer’s or supplier’s authorized repair facility.