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In the event of any defects refer the trolley to a Tiger distributor or Competent Person for thorough examination.
Inspect the supporting structure for visual defects, e.g. deformations, damage, cracks, wear and corrosion marks. Check the
runway track/beam is level, has an even running surface and is fitted with positive end stops which engage with the trolley
frame or wheel treads.
Check that the trolley and the load are correctly attached. The selection and calculation of the appropriate supporting
structure are the responsibility of the operating company.
For AGT geared trolley models
AGT geared trolley models are supplied with a hand chain operated gear. Inspection of the hand chain must be included in
any inspection of the AGT trolley. If the unit's hand chain has been supplied with a Tiger Hand Chain Joiner link, make sure
that it has been fitted correctly and is in good working order. See Chapter 4 – Hand Chain for Geared AGT Model for more
information.
Thorough Examination
Thorough Examination may be needed at several points during the life of the unit: on initial use or following installation,
periodically during its life, or following exceptional circumstances. This trolley must be subject to periodic thorough
examination in compliance with national statutory regulations. The intervals between periodic thorough examinations must
consider the following:
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The condition of the unit.
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The environment in which it is to be used.
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The number of lifting operations and loads lifted.
Reports of thorough examination can be based on statutory maximum intervals or via a written examination scheme based on
risks and hazards associated with use. i.e.:
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Annual Inspection.
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Period defined by examination scheme.
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Following exceptional circumstance.
An Inspection Log is included in Chapter 11 for making a dated record of any required inspections.
Maintenance
Maintenance of the trolley should include the following:
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Clean the trolley.
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Lubricate any moving parts including exposed trolley drive pinion and wheel teeth for geared trolleys.
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Keep the running surface of wheels and contact surface of the track free of any contamination including lubricants.
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Correctly secure all fastenings.
! WARNING
Use only Tiger supplied replacement parts. Parts may look alike however Tiger parts are made of specific materials,
processed to achieve specific properties or precisely machined to fit only Tiger trolleys. Any repairs to this trolley must be
undertaken by a suitably qualified and competent person.
4. Hand Chain for Geared AGT Model
Tiger hand chain is 5mm × 24mm and either galvanised hand chain or corrosion protected hand chain.
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Manual Tiger APT-AGT En 201811 v2.2
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