Dock Leveler Manufacturing Air-Powered Dock Leveler DA-76

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

Is the target 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"

Operate the dock leveler through the complete operating cycle to maintain lubrication

Inspect the platform hinge area for dirt and debris

Inspect the lip hinge area for dirt and debris

Inspect the area under the platform for cracks in the welds or damage

Check for build-up of foreign material around and under the air bellows

Inspect Warning Decals and Placards

Inspect the lip assist chain and shackle for any visible damage or wear.

Has the lip assist chain or shackle been replaced recently?

Determine Current Link Quantity

Enter the current number of links between the lip assist assembly and the shackle.

Adjust Link Quantity Based on Leveler Size

Adjust the number of links according to the leveler size

Check Maintenance Prop Position

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.

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

Inspect side and rear weather seals