Preface - stertil-KONI ST 1055 Installation, Operation & Service Manual

PREFACE

Prior to the operation of your Stertil-Koni mobile lift make sure that you read the instructions thoroughly. These instructions are found in this
manual. Please note that your warranty can be voided if you do not read the manual and understand its content
If you have any questions, concerning operation, safety or application of your mobile lift, please contact Stertil Koni USA at the following
toll-free number: 800 336 6637 or call 410 643 9001. The address for Stertil Koni USA Inc. is 200 Log Canoe Circle, Stevensville, Maryland
21666.
An automotive lift operator shall have certain qualifications before he/she can safely operate a Stertil Koni mobile lift and these include ability
in written or oral communications as demonstrated by either a high school diploma or certificate of equivalency, aptitude test or job experience.
He/she must also have the ability to understand the mathematical, mechanical and electrical principles of automotive lifts as demonstrated by
one of, or a combination of aptitude test, training program, technical vocational school or job experience.
The owner/employer of the Stertil Koni mobile lift must ensure that the operator of the mobile lift must be instructed and trained in the safe use
and operation of the lift using the manufacturer-provided instructions and warning labels and the Automotive Lift Institute Publications, "Lifting
It Right" and "Safety Tips".
The lift that has been delivered to you contains the supply operating instructions, general safety information, safety tips and warning labels on
the master control console. As an owner, or employer, it is requested that you display these materials in a conspicuous location in the lift
operating area.
The owner or employer shall appropriately document operator training by completing an operator training log which shall be part of the
management documentation.
The operator shall operate the automotive lift only after being properly instructed or trained in accordance with manufacturer supplied
instructions found in the this manual.
The operator shall use all applicable safety features provided on the automotive lift and operate the lift in accordance with the instructions
provided by Stertil-Koni.
The lift operator or employer shall take all appropriate steps to follow the recommended inspection procedures of the lift manufacturer but in no
event shall the lift operator fail to inspect or take notice of the following features on a daily basis.
1. accessibility and readability of the operating procedures, safety tips and generic safety material
2. accessibility and readability of safety warning labels
3. readability of the rated load capacity of the lift
4. proper operation of the lift controls, restraints and locking devices
5. deformation or excessive wear of any of the lift structural components
6. deformation or excessive wear of other components such as hoses, electrical wires
7. evidence of hydraulic leaks
8. unusual noises
If any of the conditions described above are observed before, during or after operation of the lift, the operator shall stop using the lift and report
the condition to the supervisor, employer or owner. If any of the conditions listed above are observed, then the lift shall not be used until the
cause of the problem has been determined and the appropriate repairs made by qualified Stertil Koni service authorized personnel. In order to
ensure that the lift is not used until the repairs have been effected, the lift shall be locked out or tagged in accordance with ANSI/Z244.1-1982.
The owner or employer shall establish a periodic preventive maintenance procedure in accordance with the recommendations listed in this
manual.
Stertil-Koni USA shall not be responsible for any actions not specifically called out for in this manual or in this notice.
Please note that there shall be no modifications or reconstruction made to the Stertil Koni mobile lift without the express written permission of
the manufacturer.
Please make sure that caution labels are not frayed and are on the lift. Please call the manufacturer if these caution labels have been removed or
through age are no longer on the lift.
Please read and understand the attached Statement of Warranty for the Stertil Koni mobile lift.
Thank you for the purchase of your Stertil Koni product.
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