ASME PALD:2003 pdf free download – SAFETYSTANDARD FORPORTABLE AUTOMOTIVE LIFTING DEVICES
1.1 Rated Capacity
All PALDs shall have the rated capacity marked in a prominent location on the PALD by casting imprint, metal stamp, or use ofdurable materials and attachment methods.
1.2 Identification
Each PALD shall include identification or identifying marks of the original manufacturer or supplier by cast- ing imprint, metal stamp, or use of durable materials and attachment methods. The manufacturer or supplier should be able to identify the date of manufacture of each PALD.
1.3 Safety Markings
Each PALD shall include safety signs and/or labels developed by the manufacturer or supplier. The signs and/or labels shall be affixed by use ofdurable materials and attachment methods to each PALD in a location visible to the operator. The ANSI Z535 series of stan- dards 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.
2.1 Product Instructions
Each PALD shall be provided with operator’s instruc- tions. The instructions shall specify the proper operating procedures and basic function of the components. The instructions shall containthe recommendedreplacement fluid, maintenance, and inspectionprocedures and inter- vals, as applicable. Copy conveying the intent of para. 3 shall be included with the instructions.
3.1.1 Operation. The owner and/or operator shall have an understanding of the product and safety operating instructions before operating the PALD. Safetyinformationshall be emphasizedand understood. If the operator is not fluent in English, the product and safety instructions shall be read to and discussed with the operator in the operator’s native language by the purchaser/owner or his designee, making sure that the operator comprehends their contents.
3.1.3 Inspection
(a) Visual inspection shall be made before each use of the PALD by checking for abnormal conditions, such as cracked welds, leaks, and damaged, loose, or miss- ing parts.
(b) Other inspections shall be made per product operating instructions.
(c) Each PALD 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. (d) Owners and/or operators should be aware that repair of this equipment may require specialized knowl- edge and facilities. It is recommended that an annual inspection of the PALD be made by a manufacturer’s or supplier’s authorized repair facility and that any defective parts, decals, or safety labels or signs be replaced with manufacturer’s or supplier’s specified parts. A list of authorized repair facilities is available from the manufacturer or supplier.
4 QUALITY ASSURANCE
Producers of Portable Automotive Lifting Devices shall adhere to a planned, written system of policies and procedures which will assure consistent and continuing conformance to the requirements of this Standard. Con- formance to this Standard shall be demonstrated by the testing requirements set forth herein. ISO/IEC Guide 22 ‘‘General Criteria for Supplier’s Declaration of Confor- mance’’ may be used as a guide.