Test / Examination - Farr KT5500 Technical Manual

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Units designed and manufactured in accordance with EN 12079 and DNV 2.7-1 should be tested and examined in accordance
with the following schedule of examination and test. The user of the load-bearing device shall place a permanent placard or plate
upon which the type and date of the last test shall be recorded. To avoid confusion, the plate shall not carry the date of the next
test or examination, only the most recent.
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Initial Certification By
Farr / Superior
Interval Not Exceeding
12 Months
Interval Not Exceeding
60 Months
Following Substantial
Repair or Alteration
1. Lifting test as per S 7.3 BS EN 12079 or DNV 2.7-1 May 1995
2. T = Proof Test, non-destructive examination; VN = non destructive examination and visual examination;
V = visual examination.
3. Dependant upon whether non-destructive examination has been carried out.
4. For the purposes of this standard, a substantial repair or modification is defined as any repair and/or
modification that has been carried out which may, in the opinion of the inspection body, affect the load-
bearing elements of the container or lifting device, or elements that contribute directly to its structural
integrity.
IF MECHANICAL DAMAGE IS SEEN OR SUSPECTED ON A LOAD-BEARING
DEVICE, OR IF THE LOAD-BEARING DEVICE HAS BEEN OVERLOADED, IT MUST
BE REMOVED FROM SERVICE AND QUARANTINED UNTIL RECERTIFIED
Written records of the most recent periodic inspection shall be maintained, and shall include the condition of the sling.
2. Proper Use Of Load-Bearing Devices
Whenever any load-bearing device is used, the following practices shall be observed.
• Load-bearing devices that are damaged or defective shall not be used.
• Slings shall not be shortened with knots or bolts or other makeshift devices.
• Sling legs shall not be kinked.
• Load-bearing devices shall not be loaded in excess of their rated capacities.
• Slings shall be securely attached to their load.
• Load-bearing devices shall be protected from snagging, and shall not be further obstructed by any object.
• Suspended loads shall be kept clear of all obstruction.
• All employees shall be kept clear of loads about to be lifted and of suspended loads.
• Hands or fingers shall not be placed between the sling and its load while the sling is being tightened around the load.
• Shock loading is prohibited.
• Do not stand directly under a load during lifting.
3. Storage Of Load-Bearing Devices
Proper storage of out-of-service load bearing devices is important to ensure full integrity of the device once it is returned to
service. Farr recommends observing the following practices.
• Wipe off all excess grease. Use a solvent-based cleaner on rags to wipe all external surfaces to remove residual grease
or hydraulic fluid. Once the outside surfaces have been de-greased, wipe all external surfaces with clean water to remove
residual solvent.
• Farr recommends that an anti-corrosive agent such as Tectyl ® 506 be applied to all external surfaces. Refer to manufac-
turer data sheets for proper application and safety information. Allow the anti-corrosive coating ample time to dry - refer to
manufacturer data sheets for drying times at room temperature.
• Store in a clean, dry location. When returning to service, note that a full inspection of the device must be performed.

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