Dock Leveler Manufacturing Air-Powered Dock Leveler DA-610

Verify the current number of links in the lip assist chain and shackle assembly

Can the maintenance prop be raised to the backside of the platform header with the dock leveler in the raised position?

Can the maintenance prop rotate out past the platform header with the dock leveler in the raised position?

Support the dock leveler by external means if necessary

Adjust the number of links between the lip assist assembly and the shackle

Inspect for damage or abnormal wear

Inspect lip hinge pins and rear hinge pins

Check full range toe guards for free movement

Inspect blower motor housing, filter, hose, and hardware

Inspect control box and conduit for damage

Check bumpers for more than 1” of wear

Ensure two people are present if the dock leveler is not equipped with a tethered remote.

Use an additional means to support the dock platform and lip.

Lock all electrical disconnects in the OFF position after raising the platform and engaging the maintenance prop.

Post safety warnings and barricade the work area at dock level and ground level.

Wear a hard hat or other applicable head protection.

Stand clear of platform lip when working in front of the dock leveler.

Lip Latch Spring Tension Adjustment

Preparation and Safety Measures

Raise the leveler and position the maintenance prop behind the header

Is an additional means of support in place (e.g., boom truck, fork truck, stabilizing bar)?

Sensor and Target Alignment Inspection

Inspect if the target is parallel to the face of the sensor with a gap of 1/4" when the lip is in the stored position

Loosen the nuts around the sensor body

Move the sensor to achieve the correct gap of 1/4"

Fully raise the platform and engage the maintenance prop in the service position.

Manually raise the lip and engage lip maintenance prop.

Adjust stop bolt (C) as necessary.

Disengage lip maintenance prop.