Maintenance; Planned Maintenance; Operator Daily Inspection; Routine Servicing And Maintenace - Blue Giant BLUE GENIUS SERIES Installation & Owner's Manual

11.
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Do not operate and/or service this dock leveler until you have read
and understood all of the safety information and instructions
contained herein and on the dock leveler.
Do not work under or around dock leveler without first placing
adequate barriers to positively prevent vehicle traffic from entering
the work area.
Follow proper lock-out/tag-out procedures.
Keep hands and feet clear of dock leveler pinch points and wear
appropriate safety attire - glasses, gloves and work boots.
11.1

Planned Maintenance

In addition to the daily operator inspection, the manufacturer
recommends (and local government regulations may require)
that a planned maintenance (PM) and safety inspection
program be performed by a trained and authorized service
technician on a regular basis to maintain the equipment is in
safe operating condition. The PM will provide an opportunity to
make a thorough inspection of the safety and operating
condition of the dock leveler. Necessary adjustments and
repairs can be done during the PM, which will increase the life
of components and reduce unscheduled downtime.
Recommended procedures for a periodic planned maintenance
program that covers inspections, operational checks, cleaning,
lubrication, and minor adjustments are outlined in this manual.
An authorized dealer or distributor is prepared to assist with a
planned maintenance program by offering trained service
personnel with expertise in dock leveler maintenance
requirements.
11.2

Operator Daily Inspection

The dock leveler should always be examined by the operator
PRIOR TO ANY USE to verify that it is safe to operate.
The manufacturer recommends making multiple photocopies
of the Operator's Daily Checklist. The operator should fill out
this form to keep a daily record of operation and maintenance
issues.
MAINTENANCE & SERVICE TIME INTERVALS FOR SPECIFIC DOCK COMPONENTS CHART
CYLINDER
INSPECT
CLEAN
LUBRICATE
As Needed
ADJUST
As Needed
Note :
In many localities, all lifting devices must be inspected a minimum once per year.
A-SERIES HYDRAULIC DOCK LEVELER WITH BLUE GENIUS™ CONTROLS

MAINTENANCE

DECK
DECK
ASSEMBLY
ALL THE ABOVE EVERY 90 DAYS
(for multi-shift operations every 30 days is required)
ALL THE ABOVE EVERY 90 DAYS
Clean Lip As Required (for multi-shift operations every 30 days is required)
Every 90 Days
Pivot Points (Light Oil)
Not Required
The Maintenance strut must be in place
maintenance procedures.
11.3 Routine Servicing and Maintenance
Regular maintenance and care of the dock leveler is very important
for cost and operation efficiency and more importantly; operator
safety. A faulty dock leveler is a potential source of danger to the
operator, and to other personnel working near it. As with all quality
equipment, keep the dock leveler in good operating condition by
following the recommended schedule of maintenance.
Failure to properly maintain or operate the dock leveler within its
rated capacity can void the manufacturer warranty.
11.4

Planned Maintenance Intervals

Arrange for a qualified dock leveler repair technician to perform
regularly scheduled planned maintenance on your dock leveler
every 3 months for single shift operations or monthly for multi-shift
operations.
Call your authorized manufacturer/ dealer for further details.
11.5
1. Cleaning, including pit area.
2. Visual inspection of all components.
3. Lubrication, as required. (by a trained service technician only)
4. Test operate all functions.
5. Adjustments, if required. (by a trained service technician only)
6. Check for missing or damaged dock bumpers.
7. Record inspection details and findings for owners' files.
11.6

Recommended Hydraulic Fluids

Normal, All Season Weather Conditions:
- Valvoline All Weather 36 or equivalent.
Note: Dextron II Automatic Transmission Fluid may be used
if other suitable oils are not available.
Extreme Low Temperature Conditions:
- Esso Univis N15 or Gulf Harmony Arctic 15 or suitable
equivalent.
LIP HINGE
MAINTENANCE
ASSEMBLY
STAND
Every 90 Days
Not Required
(Grease)
Not Required Not Required
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before commencing

Maintenance Sequence

LIP
HYDRAULIC
CYLINDER
OIL RESERVOIR
Drain, Flush & Change
Every 90 Days
Once Per Year
(Light Oil)
As Needed Fill As Needed