Dock Levelers & Locks Maintenance
Maintenance programs for optimum dock operations
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A well-executed scheduled maintenance plan can extend the life of your dock equipment, making it more reliable.
Work items for dock levelers and locks (typical):
- Check all safety devices on the unit
- Clean the upper portion of the plate, lower rollers and between the sides and curb angles
- Clean all debris from the pit or from the vicinity of floor mounted units in order to avoid interference with the rolling mechanism
- Inspect the push-in bar and push-out plate assemblies for damage
- Inspect the safety leg system and return spring operation
- Check for presence and proper setting of all snap rings and clips on axles and rollers
- Check rollers, pins and bushings for any signs of wear such as flat spots, missing fasteners or dislodged bearing material
- Check the springs for elongation
- Inspect all welds under the leveler for fatigue or failure, particularly the top plate understructure
- Check general condition of the dock leveler
- Operate dock leveler after service, check for any abnormal noise or vibrations
- List any items requiring replacement or repair