Blue Giant LFT - 6 Lift Table Maintenance Struts; Engaging the Lift Table Maintenance Struts

6.0 lift table MaiNteNaNCe StRUtS
This section describes the different functions of the Maintenance Struts. These procedures require at least temporary electrical power for
the Powerpack to raise and lower the lift table.
6.1 eNGaGiNG tHe lift table MaiNteNaNCe StRUtS
The Maintenance Strut is engaged to perform cleaning or visual inspection under the lift table.
DANGER
• Failure to properly secure the lift table deck prior to working underneath it may result in bodily injury, or death.
• Engage the Maintenance Struts before visual inspecting or cleaning under the deck. If the struts cannot be successfully engaged,
contact your Blue Giant Dealer.
WARNING
• Post safety warnings and barricade work area at ground level. Notify all affected personnel that work is being performed on the
unit and follow proper lock-out procedure. Verify that power to the unit has been completely cut off and cannot be turned back on
accidentally, as per OSHA requirement.
• Head protection and other applicable PPE is recommended when working under or around the raised deck.
• Use Maintenance Struts when working under the lift table. (i.e. more than cleaning or visually inspecting)
CAUTION
• It is recommended that a retrieval tool be used when retrieving or replacing the Maintenance Struts from the stored positions.
• It is recommended that this procedure be performed with assistance.
1. Press and hold the DOWN button to lower the lift table to the lowest height position.
2. Clear any load or debris on the lift table’s deck.
3. When the area around the lift table is clear of personnel, equipment, and materials, press and hold the UP push button to raise the
lift table to a point where it is safe to deploy the Maintenance Struts then release the push button.
4. Examine the Maintenance Struts for damage or if it is missing. Contact your Blue Giant Dealer for service or repair, as required.
5. Flip or move the Maintenance Struts into the locked position. Only reach in far enough with a body part to move each Maintenance
Strut.
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6. Press and hold the DOWN button to lower the lift table until the Maintenance Struts are fully braced against the lower frame of the
lift table.
7. When the Maintenance Struts are fully braced and holding the lift table in position, an authorized person shall lock out and tag out the
electrical connections to the lift table hydraulic Powerpack.
8. If safe to do so, use an extension tool to clear any debris or material from under the lift table.
9. Inspect the lift table and minimize any time spent under the lift table.
IN-PLANT LFT LIFT TABLE — OWNER'S MANUAL
13ISSUE DATE: NOVEMBER 15, 2023 REV. 1.0 (PART # 038-475E)