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Facilities Instructions, Standards, and Techniques - Volume 2-10

Maintenance, Inspection, and Testing of Electric and Hydraulic Elevators

FIST Volume 2-10 Maintenance, Inspection, and Testing of Electric and Hydraulic Elevators

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U.S. Department of the Interior Bureau of Reclamation Power Resources Office Denver, Colorado May 2024

Facilities Instructions, Standards, and Techniques - Volume 2-10

Maintenance, Inspection, and Testing of Electric and Hydraulic Elevators

Prepared by

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Mission Statements

The U.S. Department of the Interior protects and manages the Nation’s natural resources and cultural heritage; provides scientific and other information about those resources; honors its trust responsibilities or special commitments to American Indians, Alaska Natives, Native Hawaiians, and affiliated Island Communities.

The mission of the Bureau of Reclamation is to manage, develop, and protect water and related resources in an environmentally and economically sound manner in the interest of the American public.

Disclaimer

This written material consists of general information for internal use only by Bureau of Reclamation operations and maintenance staff. Information contained in this document regarding commercial products or firms may not be used for advertising or promotional purposes and is not to be construed as an endorsement or deprecation of any product or firm by the Bureau of Reclamation.

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Table of Contents Page Codes and Standards .................................................................................................................... v Reclamation Standards and Documents ..................................................................................... v Reclamation Forms ...................................................................................................................... vi Acronyms and Abbreviations ..................................................................................................... vi Symbols ......................................................................................................................................... vi

Introduction

1.1 Purpose and Scope

1.2 Reclamation Standard Practices

1.3 Maintenance Tables

1.4 Manufacturer Recommendations

1.5 FIST Revision Requests

1.6 Mechanical Database

Resources

2.1 Elevator Codes

2.1.1 ASME A17.1/CSA B44 (previously designated as ASME A17.1) – “Safety Code for Elevators and Escalators”

2.1.2 ASME A17.2 – “Inspectors’ Manual for Elevators and Escalators”

2.1.3 ASME A17.3 – “Safety Code for Existing Elevators and Escalators”

2.1.4 ASME A17.4 – “Guide for Emergency Evacuation of Passengers from Elevators”

2.1.5 ASME A17.1 – “Handbook and ASME A17.1 Interpretations”

2.1.6 ASME QEI-1

2.2 Usage of Elevator Codes

Description

3.1 General Description

3.1.1 Electric Elevator

3.1.2 Hydraulic Elevator

Maintenance Program

4.1 General

4.1.1 Maintenance Personnel

4.1.2 Maintenance Records

4.1.3 Repairs

4.1.4 Replacements

4.2 Maintenance Tasks

4.2.1 Electrical Elevators

4.2.2 Hydraulic Elevators

4.3 Inspection

4.3.1 Electrical Elevators

4.3.2 Hydraulic Elevators

4.4 Testing

4.4.1 Electric Elevator Tests

4.4.2 Hydraulic Elevator Tests

Modernization

5.1 Life Expectancy

5.1.1 Considerations

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Service Agreements

6.1 Types of Agreements

6.2 Full-Service Agreement

6.2.1 Description of Elevator(s)

6.2.2 Term of Service

6.2.3 Hours of Service

6.2.4 Service Technical Requirements

6.2.5 Licenses, Permits, Insurance, and Indemnification

6.2.6 Scope of Work

6.2.7 Performance

6.2.8 Miscellaneous

6.2.9 Recordkeeping

Appendix A – Definitions

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Codes and Standards 28 Code of Federal Regulation (CFR) Part 36 Appendix A, Guidance on Revisions to ADA

Regulation on Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Disability by Public Accommodations and Commercial Facilities

ASME A17.1-2019/CSA B44 – Safety Code for Elevators and Escalators ASME A17.2-2020 – Guide for Inspection of Elevators, Escalators, and Moving Walks ASME A17.3-2020 – Safety Code for Existing Elevators and Escalators ASME A17.4-2015 – Guide for Emergency Evacuation of Passengers from Elevators ASME A17.1 Handbook ASME A17.1 Interpretations

ASME QEI-1

Elevator Maintenance Manual, by Zack McCain. Published by Elevator World, Inc., 356 Morgan

Avenue, Mobile, Alabama 36606 Elevator Field Maintenance, by Zack McCain. Published by Elevator World, Inc., 356 Morgan

Avenue, Mobile, Alabama 36660 Inspection Handbook, by Zack McCain. Published by Elevator World, Inc., 356 Morgan Avenue, Mobile, Alabama 36660 Hydraulic Elevator and Escalator Maintenance Log. Published by Elevator World, Inc., 356 Morgan

Avenue, Mobile, Alabama 36660.

Electric Elevator and Escalator Maintenance Log. Published by Elevator World, Inc., 356 Morgan

Avenue, Mobile, Alabama 36660 Elevator World Source Directory. Published by Elevator World, Inc., 356 Morgan Avenue, Mobile, Alabama 36660 Elevator Industry Field Employees’ Safety Handbook. Published by Elevator World, Inc., 356

Morgan Avenue, Mobile, Alabama 36660 Elevator Maintenance - A Guide to Specifying and Obtaining Services by Contract. Published by the

Property Management Association, Inc., 8811 Colesville Road, Suite G106, Silver Spring, Maryland 20910

Reclamation Standards and Documents FAC 01-04 Review of Operation and Maintenance Program Examination of Associated Facilities (Facilities

Other Than High- and Significant-Hazard Potential Dams) FAC 01-07 Review/Examination Program for High and Significant Hazard Dams FAC 04-01 Power Review of Operation and Maintenance (PRO&M) Program FAC 04-14 Power Facilities Technical Documents FAC P04 Hydroelectric Power FIST 4-1B Maintenance Schedules for Electrical Equipment RCD 03-03 Request for Deviation from a Reclamation Manual Requirement and Approval or Disapproval of the Request vi SUPERSEDES (FIST 000) 10/01/2004

Reclamation Forms POMs: https://teamssp.bor.doi.net/printanddup/forms/POM%20Forms/Forms/AllItems.aspx POM-226, FIST Revision Request POM-300, FIST Variance Form

Acronyms and Abbreviations ac Alternating current ADAAG Americans with Disabilities Act – Accessibility Guidelines ASME American Society of Mechanical Engineers dc Direct current FIST Facilities Instructions, Standards, and Techniques oz Ounce O&M Operations and maintenance PRO&M Power Review Operations and Maintenance PRO Power Resources Office Reclamation Bureau of Reclamation RSHS Reclamation Safety and Health Standards TSC Technical Service Center QEI Qualified Elevator Inspector

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Introduction The Bureau of Reclamation operates and maintains hydroelectric powerplants, switchyards, pumping plants, water delivery equipment and associated facilities in the 17 western United States. These facilities house complex electrical and mechanical equipment that must be kept operational because they are critical to the electric power and water delivery systems relied on by many. FIST are technical documents that provide criteria and procedures that should be utilized by the offices involved in managing Reclamation facilities and assets.

This document establishes standard technical practices to ensure the safe, reliable, economic, and efficient operations and maintenance (O&M) of Federal facilities by keeping related assets in good condition and ultimately protecting Federal investments. These technical practices provide a sufficient level of detail to ensure consistent application while providing flexibility for the use of innovative techniques and approaches. This document was developed with input from staff in Reclamation’s Denver, regional, and area offices.

There are over 125 elevators at various Reclamation pumping plants, powerplants, dams, office buildings, tunnels, and visitor facilities. The safety of these elevators is an ongoing concern of Reclamation. When properly maintained, inspected, and tested, elevators are an extremely safe and reliable means of vertical transportation. A malfunctioning elevator system potentially may cause loss of life or serious injury, or strand personnel in an elevator car. Many of the elevator systems at Reclamation facilities are aging and may not have a reliable record of inspection and maintenance.

Additionally, many of these elevators may lack the safety features that are required by code to build an elevator today.

1.1 Purpose and Scope

This document is intended to promote uniformity in the manner that assets are managed, documented, and coordinated, and may be utilized by transferred facilities and other entities as appropriate. It establishes consistent procedures, minimum standards, and O&M criteria for hydroelectric equipment and systems owned and operated by Reclamation. Other technical documents may provide additional electrical and mechanical maintenance information for the equipment or systems discussed in this document.

O&M requirements are based on industry standards and experience. Maintenance requirements vary based on equipment condition and past performance, and sound engineering practices and maintenance management should be employed for special circumstances. Manufacturer recommendations and instructions should be consulted for additional maintenance that may be required beyond what is stated in this manual.

This volume includes standards, practices, procedures, and advice on day-to-day operation, maintenance, and testing of mechanical equipment in Reclamation facilities.

The primary purpose of this document is to assert that conformance to the elevator safety codes developed by the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) is required by Contractors and

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In-house government maintenance programs. Much of the information contained in this document was obtained from the ASME codes and related publications. These codes are further discussed in section 2.0.

The scope of this documents is to provide maintenance guidance and reference to required inspections and testing of elevators. An overview of elevator modernization and basic service contracts are discussed to bring awareness to facility staff and highlight concerns or best practices that could be helpful in the development of contractual documents.

1.2 Reclamation Standard Practices

FIST manuals are designed to provide guidance for maintenance and testing on equipment in Reclamation’s facilities. There may be multiple ways to accomplish tasks outlined in this document.

Facilities may exercise discretion as to how to accomplish certain tasks based on equipment configurations and available resources.

Reclamation’s regions, Power Resources Office (PRO), and Technical Service Center (TSC) agree that certain practices are required to be consistent across all Reclamation facilities. Mandatory FIST procedures, practices, and schedules that appear in {Red, bold, and bracketed} or [Black, bold, and bracketed] text are considered Reclamation requirements for the O&M of equipment in power facilities. RM D&S FAC 04-14, Power Facilities Technical Documents, describes the responsibilities required by text designations: {Red, bold, and bracketed}, [Black, bold, and bracketed], and plain text, within this technical document.

Refer to RM D&S FAC 04-14 for more details concerning technical documents.

1.3 Maintenance Tables

Maintenance tables for tasks described in this document are included in FIST 4-1B, Maintenance Scheduling for Electrical Equipment.

1.4 Manufacturer Recommendations

The information in this document is based on manufacturers’ documentation and historic Reclamation practices. Due to the differences in equipment designs, owner’s manuals and manufacturer’s recommended maintenance should be consulted when developing job plans. Not following the manufacturer’s guidance may void the warranty of new equipment. If there is a discrepancy between the FIST and the manufacturer’s recommendations, the job plan must use the more stringent practice unless there is a reason that a less restrictive maintenance practice is warranted. Use of a less restrictive maintenance practice must be approved as outlined in RM D&S FAC 04-14 by either a deviation or a variance. A deviation maybe granted in accordance with RCD 03-03 and POM Form 300.

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1.5 FIST Revision Requests

The FIST Revision Request Form (POM-226) is used to request changes to a FIST document. The request will include a summary of the recommended changes and a basis for the revision or new FIST. These forms will be submitted to the Manager, PRO. The PRO Manager will keep a list of Revision Requests for each FIST and include these in the next scheduled revision unless the change is prioritized sooner.

1.6 Mechanical Database

The TSC Mechanical Equipment Group created and maintains a Mechanical Equipment Database.

All Reclamation employees have access to the database, which contains test data, operating data, and general information about the following:

1) Turbines

2) Governors

3) Gates and valves

4) Pressure vessels

5) Penstocks

6) Elevators

7) Hoists

8) Cranes

The database:

1) Provides visibility of other Reclamation facilities with similar equipment; i.e., find all Reclamation facilities with Obermeyer Gates.

2) Is a critical tool for facility reviewers, i.e., reviewers can obtain printable forms from the database website for each asset being reviewed. The form can be taken to the site and used to compare and update information.

3) Tracks equipment testing frequencies and critical data comparison. For example, governor alignment results can be compared to the previous governor alignment results. An increase in operating pressures or opening/closing times can indicate gate repairs are required.

4) Provides updated testing and inspection dates for gates, valves, pressure vessels, and penstocks for mechanical inspectors/reviewers to use during Power Reviews (RM D&S FAC 04-01), Associated Facilities Reviews (RM D&S FAC 01-04), and High and Significant Hazard Dam Reviews (RM D&S FAC 01-07).

When tests and alignments, as outlined in FIST 4-1B, Maintenance Scheduling for Electrical Equipment or the database, are completed, facilities or regional personnel should submit the recorded data to the Mechanical Equipment Group (bordromechequipdb@usbr.gov). A service agreement is established with TSC to update the database and keep it accurate. The PRO&M review programs use this database to ensure tests and alignment are up to date and are being tracked.

The link to the Mechanical Equipment Database is: https://mechdb.usbr.gov/MechDB/.

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Resources The ASME Elevator Codes and publications that are pertinent to the inspection and maintenance of Reclamation elevators are indicated below.

Most of the documents below may be accessed and downloaded using the following Reclamation resource: https://intra.usbr.gov/tsc/techreferences/industrystandards-non_rec/IHSsubscription.html

If necessary, the most recent version of elevator codes can be purchased from the ASME website (https://www.asme.org/).

2.1 Elevator Codes

2.1.1 ASME A17.1/CSA B44 (previously designated as ASME A17.1) – “Safety Code for Elevators and Escalators”

This code covers installation requirements for new elevators, as well as maintenance and test requirements for existing equipment.

2.1.2 ASME A17.2 – “Inspectors’ Manual for Elevators and Escalators” This code is a guide that provides recommended procedures for inspection and testing of equipment to comply with A17.1/CSA B44 and A17.3.

2.1.3 ASME A17.3 – “Safety Code for Existing Elevators and Escalators” This code covers retroactive requirements for existing elevators and escalators. Establishes minimum standards for all elevator equipment regardless of the installation date. This code takes into account the existing building structural conditions that would limit the feasibility of bringing the elevator up to current ASME A17.1/CSA B44 requirements.

2.1.4 ASME A17.4 – “Guide for Emergency Evacuation of Passengers from Elevators”

This code establishes procedures for the safe evacuation of passengers from stalled elevators.

2.1.5 ASME A17.1 – “Handbook and ASME A17.1 Interpretations”

These codes provide assistance for understanding and gaining insight into the Code requirements and rules.

2.1.6 ASME QEI-1

This code establishes the requirements for the qualification, duties, and responsibilities of inspectors and inspection supervisors engaged in inspection and testing.

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2.2 Usage of Elevator Codes

The Code requires that maintenance, repair, inspections, tests, and replacements only need to conform to the Code in effect at the time of the original installation. However, alteration of the elevator is required to conform to the Code at the time of the alteration. New editions to the Code are issued approximately every 3 years, along with intermediate supplements, which are issued as needed. The terms Alteration, Maintenance, Repair, and Replacement are specific terms defined by the Code and are included in Appendix A for reference. These terms are important and should be understood when using this document.

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Description

3.1 General Description

An elevator is a hoisting mechanism which moves a car within guides to two or more landings.

There are many different types of elevators which fall into two main categories: electric and hydraulic.

3.1.1 Electric Elevator

An electric elevator uses an electric driving machine to move the car up and down the hoistway. In most applications, this drive machine converts electrical energy to rotational energy. Through a series of sheaves and wire ropes this rotational energy is converted to vertical travel of the car. To assist the drive machine, a counterweight can be installed which will travel in the opposite direction of the car. Electric elevators can be used in a variety of applications, capacities, speeds, and travels.

3.1.2 Hydraulic Elevator

A hydraulic elevator uses pressurized fluid in a hydraulic jack to move the car up and down the hoistway. In most applications, electric energy is used to operate a system of pumps which push fluid into a hydraulic jack which is connected to the bottom of the car. Hydraulic elevators are much more limited in their applications. Most hydraulic elevators are used for high capacity, low speed, and short travel applications.

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Maintenance Program This section discusses the general requirements for the maintenance program, as well as maintenance and inspection tasks and procedures. Testing is also a critical element to the maintenance program and will be discussed.

4.1 General

A strong preventive maintenance program, combined with scheduled inspections and testing, will help ensure future safety, performance, and economy of Reclamation elevators.

When determining the maintenance intervals, take into account the manufacturer’s recommendations, how often the elevator is used, the severity of equipment loading, the age and wear of the equipment, the equipment’s operating environment, and the inherent quality of the equipment. Any subjective decisions should be noted and logged to provide continuity and background for responsible personnel.

All maintenance, repairs, replacements, and alterations must conform to the applicable section(s) of the Code. A code data plate is provided on each unit; this indicates the Code edition in effect at the time of installation and the current Code edition at the time of any alteration. The plate should be located in plain view and attached to either the main line disconnect or the controller. The Code edition(s) indicated on the data plate govern the testing and inspection requirements.

At no time, except when necessary during tests and inspections, may required safety devices or electrical protection devices be made ineffective. In the event these devices are made temporarily ineffective, they must be returned to full operating condition before the elevator can be returned to service.

The program shall maintain the elevator to run at rated speed, rated capacity, desired door open/close timing, designated floor stops, required floor leveling parameters, etc.

4.1.1 Maintenance Personnel

In accordance with the Code, maintenance, repairs, replacements, and tests are to be performed only by qualified persons trained to perform these operations on the equipment. Training of personnel should be certified as adequate by the Facility Manager, prior to performance of work.

Maintenance personnel are not required to be Qualified Elevator Inspectors (QEI) as defined by ASME QEI-1. It is best practice to have separate personnel perform and check work.

4.1.2 Maintenance Records

A complete log must be kept that contains records of all maintenance, adjustments, repairs, replacement, etc., performed on the elevator. The log must include the dates, names of participating personnel, and description of tasks performed, including tests and inspections, reports, trouble calls, corrective action, recommendations, or any other incidents related to the elevator.

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Manufacturer’s data and drawings for the elevator equipment shall be accessible and maintained to reflect the current state of the equipment. Important data such as manufacturer names, part numbers, serial numbers, sizes, and types shall be readily accessible. Any pertinent service bulletins shall also be kept on file.

Checklists for the scheduled preventive maintenance tasks shall be developed and kept to ensure that these tasks are performed.

4.1.3 Repairs

Repair parts shall be the equivalent material, strength, and design as originally intended.

Whenever repairs are made, maintenance personnel should reference the code to determine any specific requirements and testing associated with the component.

4.1.4 Replacements

Replacement parts shall be the equivalent material, strength, and design as originally intended.

Whenever replacements are made, maintenance personnel should reference the code to determine any specific requirements and testing associated with the component.

Replacement of the speed governor is considered an alteration. For additional information about alterations see section 5.0.

4.2 Maintenance Tasks

A maintenance task is what needs to be accomplished. The procedure is the instruction on how to accomplish a specific task. Section 1.3 contains information on where to find the frequency to which these tasks are performed. Often, specific maintenance instructions will be included in equipment manuals.

When cleaning electrical equipment it is important to use Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) safe or antistatic devices so as not to damage the equipment.

Where applicable, the below tasks are to be included in facility periodic maintenance job plans.

4.2.1 Electrical Elevators

4.2.1.1 Visual Inspection

Visually inspect machinery, sheaves, worm gear, motor, brake, selector, and controller for signs of obvious damage. Lubricate as required.

4.2.1.2 Operational Inspection

Ride in the car to observe operation of doors, leveling, smoothness, and door reopening devices at each landing. Listen for unusual noises in the car and in the hoistway. Check all car operating controls, lamps, and gongs. Replace burned-out lamps.

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4.2.1.3 General Housekeeping

Clean the machine room, pit, elevator car, and other elevator areas. Empty drip pans.

4.2.1.4 Machine Brake

Check operation of the machine brake for the following:

1) Verify that each time the elevator stops, the brake sets without delay.

2) Unusual smell indicating overheating or burning.

3) Brake linings. This can be checked with the motion of the brake. Normal brakes will compress less than 1/16th inch.

4) Check for contaminants (oil, grease, etc.) on the brake drum lining.

5) Scoring or other damage to brake drum.

6) Evidence of tampering with brake spring tension or electrical switches.

7) Brake contacts are in the proper position.

8) Broken or damaged springs.

9) Heating of the brake drum. The drum should be cooler than the motor and gear.

10) Cracks in the drum and flanges.

4.2.1.5 Governor

Perform maintenance on the governor by doing the following:

1) Remove dirt and excess grease/lubricant from the rope-gripping jaws and sheave using a solvent and wiping cloth. A stiff nylon brush may be required for hard-to-reach places.

2) Insert lubricant in bearings where necessary, being sure to wipe clean any excess.

4.2.1.6 Car Doors

Examine the door operator for:

1) Loose or missing parts/fasteners.

2) Lubricate gear reducer and shaft bearings if necessary.

3) Tightness of belts.

4) Clean and lubricate drive chains if necessary. Clean excess lubrication off of chain.

5) Clean controls, cams, resistors, and other components of dust and debris.

Examine the door hangers, locks, etc. for:

1) The car doors cannot open without unlocking the interlock.

2) Unlock the door and open, verify the door closes by itself.

3) Open and close the hoistway door watching for any roughness in the travel and listening for any noise that would indicate dragging or binding.

4) If felt wicks are used to lubricate metal rollers, lubricate as necessary.

5) Examine sill guides for wear.

Examine vertical sliding doors and gates for:

1) Proper operation of mechanisms.

2) Clean dirt and debris from chains using a stiff nylon brush.

3) Lubricate equipment where necessary (motors, bearings, chains, etc.).

4) Wipe dirt and buildup from door gate tracks. If heavy buildup has occurred, use a putty knife and solvent.

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4.2.1.7 Controller and Selector

Perform maintenance on the controller and selector by doing the following:

1) Using a plastic wand and nylon bristle brush, vacuum any dirt and dust. Always power off and lock out and tag out the elevator before cleaning.

2) Clean the selector tape and, if necessary, apply a light coat of oil. Some selectors do this automatically.

3) Check for burned contacts or worn brushes.

4) Check the fuses for proper class, rating, and position in holders.

5) Check the cooling fan and replace filters if necessary.

6) Visually inspect resistor tubes for loose bands and connections, cracks, and broken wires.

4.2.1.8 Car Telephone

Check the car telephone and alarm operations. Repair the alarm system if required.

4.2.1.9 Buffers

Perform maintenance on the car and counterweight buffers by doing the following:

1) Check the oil level in the car and in the counterweight oil buffers. Add oil as required.

2) Remove any rust and dirt on the plunger with a fine emery paper. Coat in a light coat of oil.

Some plungers are coated in a preservative that should not be removed.

3) Measure the length of the plunger to verify it is fully extended. The stroke should be noted on the data plate.

4.2.1.10 Motor Brushes and Commutators

Perform maintenance on the brushes and commutators by doing the following:

1) Check the brushes for tension, seating, and wear (replace or adjust as required). The correct brush seating height should be determined by the manufacturer. This could be anywhere from 1/16th to 1/8th inch.

2) Check commutators for finish, grooving, eccentricity, and mica level – clean, turn, or refinish as required.

3) Make sure the environment is maintained in the range specified by the elevator equipment manufacturer. If a range has not been provided, maintain a ~40-60% relative humidity. This will ensure proper brush and commutator film and maximize brush life.

4) Remove dust on the brushes with a vacuum.

5) Change out worn brushes. Make sure to use the same type of brush from the same manufacturer.

4.2.1.11 Car Ventilation System and Heater

Check for proper operation of the car ventilation system and heater. If necessary, remove ventilation fan and clean the blades or squirrel cage. Lubricate components as necessary.

4.2.1.12 Car Top and Hoistway

Perform maintenance on the car top and hoistway by doing the following:

1) Verify correct operation of the top-of-car operating station.

2) Check car top and hoistway for loose covers, vanes, or components.

3) Clean debris and oil stains from top of car.

4) Verify top of car emergency exit is secure.

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5) Examine the deflection sheave for fastening, rope tracking, and cleanliness.

6) Check the deflection sheave for cracks by lightly tapping with a small (2 oz) hammer. If the sound is a clear ring, there is no damage. If the ring is not clear, investigate further.

7) Clean excess lubricant that has extruded from the seals.

8) Take note of any piles of steel filings under the sheave. This could denote damage to the wire ropes or the sheave.

9) Examine the counterweight sheaves in the same manner.

10) Check slide guides (if applicable) for proper fastening to crosshead and fit on the rails. If the guide uses a wick to lubricate the rails, check the oil level. Refill with the indicated fluid type, if necessary.

11) Check roller guides (if applicable) for the condition of the tires and proper fit on the rails.

The wheels should contact the rail with force but be able to be turned by hand with a good amount of force. Check that the plane of the center tire is square with the face of the rail.

Lubricate the pivot bushing as needed.

12) Examine the guides for loose hardware. Clean the rail of dirt and debris.

4.2.1.13 Traveling Cables

Inspect the traveling cables for:

1) Wear, chafing, chinking, and alignment. Chafing will be common at beams, bolts, rough walls, and other items that could contact the traveling cable.

2) Examine the attachment points for secure fastenings.

3) Check that all mesh grip hangers are fully supporting the cable.

4.2.1.14 Wire Ropes and Fastenings

Inspect the suspension and compensating rope and fastenings for:

1) Secure fastenings.

2) Equalizer springs (if used) for position and brakes.

3) A means to prevent rotation of the ropes.

4) Damage to the wire rope (broken strands, loss of rope lay, reduced diameter etc.).

5) Adequate lubrication. Check that these are not contaminated with dust or debris.

6) Equal tension between all ropes in each set. This can be done by measuring the deflection of the wire rope when equal force is applied laterally. There are special devices made to quantify this value.

7) Inspect the rope sockets for the following:

a. Embedment material must be visible at small end where rope emerges and must fill the socket to the brim.

b. The strand bends are distributed equally around the large end of the socket.

c. No loss of rope lay where the rope emerges from the socket.

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CAUTION: Do not lubricate the governor wire rope. Code prohibits lubrication after installation. Over-lubrication could lead to the failure of the governor to activate the safety and arrest an over speeding car.

Inspect the governor rope for:

1) Secure fastenings at the safety attachment point or the release carrier.

2) Damaged wire rope (broken strands, reduced diameter, loss of lay, etc.).

3) Dust, oil, or grease contamination. The governor wire ropes should not be lubricated.

Inspect the compensating rope for:

1) Verify the rope does not touch the ground at any point.

2) Clean rope of dust of debris contamination.

3) Lubricate the sheave bearing, if necessary.

4) Check the oil level on the compensating rope sheave oil cylinder, if applicable. Fill if necessary.

4.2.1.15 Sheaves

Inspect the drive sheave for:

1) Verify all ropes seat to the same depth. Lay a straight edge over the crown of the ropes, across the sheave, and check if all ropes are even with the edge.

2) If the groove shape is NOT “U” groove, verify that the ropes do not contact the bottom of the groove.

3) Check for excess lubricant which has led to dirt and build-up in the grooves. Clean where necessary. Wiping a finger on a groove should yield only a light trace of oil. If there is a heavy smudge, the wire ropes and sheaves need cleaning.

4) Check for sings of “rope imprints” in the groove surface. Excess lubricant and buildup may cause the groove to appear as though there are rope imprints. Properly clean sheaves prior to checking for rope imprint.

Inspect the deflection sheave for:

1) Verify all ropes seat to the same depth. Lay a straight edge over the crown of the ropes, across the sheave, and check if all ropes are even with the edge.

2) Use a sheave groove gauge to measure the sheave wear. Verify grooves are within acceptable limits.

3) Check for excess lubricant which has led to dirt and build-up in the grooves. Clean where necessary. Wiping a finger on a groove should yield only a light trace of oil. If there is a heavy smudge, the wire ropes and sheaves need cleaning.

4) Verify all fastenings are secure.

5) Check for signs of bearing failure or misalignment. When traveling the elevator, if the deflection sheave makes excess noise or there is wobble, these could be signs of bearing failure.

6) Check for sings of “rope imprints” in the groove surface. Excess lubricant and buildup may

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Inspect the compensation sheave for:

across the sheave, and check if all ropes are even with the edge.

2) Use a sheave groove gauge to measure the sheave wear. Verify grooves are within acceptable limits.

3) Check for excess lubricant which has led to dirt and build-up in the grooves. Clean where necessary. Wiping a finger on a groove should yield only a light trace of oil. If there is a heavy smudge, the wire ropes and sheaves need cleaning.

4) Verify all fastenings are secure.

5) Check for signs of bearing failure or misalignment. When traveling the elevator, if the deflection sheave makes excess noise or there is wobble, these could be signs of bearing failure.

6) Verify that the sheave is free to move vertically. Physically move the sheave up and down or visually verify movement when traveling elevator car.

4.2.1.16 Safeties

Inspect all parts of the safeties and adjust clearance between the safety jaws and guide rails. Clean all parts and lubricate the pivot points.

4.2.2 Hydraulic Elevators

4.2.2.1 Visual Inspection

Inspect and lubricate (as required) the machinery, pumps, piping, drive, valves, selector, and controller.

4.2.2.2 Operational Inspection

Ride in the car and observe operation of doors, leveling, smoothness, and door reopening devices at each landing. Listen for unusual noises in the car and in the hoistway. If excessive creeping is occurring, determine cause and correct. Check all car operating controls, lamps, and gongs. Replace burned-out lamps.

4.2.2.3 General Housekeeping

Clean the machine room, pit, elevator car, and other elevator areas. Empty drip pans.

4.2.2.4 Plunger Seals

Inspect plunger seals and correct excess leakage.

4.2.2.5 Governor

Perform maintenance on the governor by doing the following:

1) Remove dirt and excess grease/lubricant from the rope gripping jaws and sheave using a solvent and wiping cloth. A stiff nylon brush may be required for hard-to-reach places.

2) Insert lubricant in bearings where necessary, being sure to wipe clean any excess.

4.2.2.6 Car Doors

Examine the door operator for:

1) Loose or missing parts/fasteners.

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2) Lubricate gear reducer and shaft bearings if necessary.

3) Tightness of belts.

4) Clean and lubricate drive chains if necessary. Clean excess lubrication off of chain.

5) Clean controls, cams, resistors, and other components of dust and debris.

Examine the door hangers, locks, etc. for:

1) The car doors cannot open without unlocking the interlock.

2) Unlock the door and open, verify the door closes by itself.

3) Open and close the hoistway door, watching for any roughness in the travel and listen for any noise that would indicate dragging or binding.

4) If felt wicks are used to lubricate metal rollers, lubricate as necessary.

5) Examine sill guides for wear.

For vertical sliding doors and gates, examine for:

1) Proper operation of mechanisms.

2) Clean dirt and debris from chains using a stiff nylon brush.

3) Lubricate equipment where necessary (motors, bearings, chains, etc.).

4) Wipe dirt and buildup from door gate tracks. If heavy buildup has occurred, use a putty knife and solvent.

4.2.2.7 Car Telephone

Check the car telephone and alarm operations. Repair the alarm system if required.

4.2.2.8 Buffers

Perform maintenance on the car and counterweight buffers by doing the following:

1) Check the oil level in the car and in the counterweight oil buffers. Add oil as required.

2) Remove any rust and dirt on the plunger with a fine emery paper. Coat in a light coat of oil.

Some plungers are coated in a preservative that should not be removed.

3) Measure the length of the plunger to verify it is fully extended. The stroke should be noted on the data plate.

4.2.2.9 Plunger and Cylinder

Examine the plunger for proper attachment to the car frame, damage or roughness on the surface, and a tight fit between the plunger sections.

Examine the cylinder for visible leaks and if a leak detection means is used, check for other leaks.

4.2.2.10 Test Mechanism

Observe for proper operation of motor and pump, oil lines, tank, controls, plunger, packing, etc.

Check the oil tank level. Check the packing of valves and cylinder for leakage and tighten if necessary.

4.2.2.11 Car Ventilation System and Heater

Check for proper operation of the car ventilation system and heater. If necessary, remove ventilation fan and clean the blades or squirrel cage. Lubricate components as necessary.

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4.2.2.12 Car Top and Hoistway

Perform maintenance on the car top and hoistway by doing the following:

1) Verify correct operation of the top-of-car operating station.

2) Check car top and hoistway for loose covers, vanes, or components.

3) Clean debris and oil stains from top of car.

4) Verify top of car emergency exit is secure.

5) Examine the sheave, if applicable, for fastening, rope tracking, and cleanliness.

6) Check the sheave for cracks by lightly tapping with a small (2 oz) hammer. If the sound is a clear ring, there is no damage. If the ring is not clear, investigate further.

7) Clean excess lubricant that has extruded from the seals.

8) Take note of any piles of steel filings under the sheave. This could denote damage to the wire ropes or the sheave.

9) Check slide guides (if applicable) for proper fastening to crosshead and fit on the rails. If the guide uses a wick to lubricate the rails, check the oil level. Refill with the indicated fluid type, if necessary.

10) Check roller guides (if applicable) for the condition of the tires and proper fit on the rails.

The wheels should contact the rail with force but be able to be turned by hand with a good amount of force. Check that the plane of the center tire is square with the face of the rail.

Lubricate the pivot bushing as needed.

11) Examine the guides for loose hardware. Clean the rail of dirt and debris.

4.2.2.13 Traveling Cables

Inspect the traveling cables for:

1) Wear, chafing, chinking, and alignment. Chafing will be common at beams, bolts, rough walls, and other items that could contact the traveling cable.

2) Examine the attachment points for secure fastenings.

3) Check that all mesh grips hangers are fully supporting the cable.

4.2.2.14 Wire Ropes and Fastenings

Inspect the counterweight rope (if applicable) for:

1) Secure fastenings.

2) Damage to the wire rope (broken strands, loss of rope lay, reduced diameter etc.).

3) Proper lubrication. Clean the ropes of any dirt or debris.

4) Equal tension on each rope. This can be done by measuring the deflection of the wire rope when equal force is applied laterally. There are special devices made to quantify this value.

5) Inspect the rope sockets for the following:

a. Embedment material must be visible at small end where rope emerges and must fill the socket to the brim.

b. The strand bends are distributed equally around the large end of the socket.

c. No loss of rope lay where the rope emerges from the socket.

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CAUTION: Do not lubricate the governor wire rope. Code prohibits lubrication after installation. Over-lubrication could lead to the failure of the governor to activate the safety and arrest an over speeding car.

Inspect the governor rope for:

1) Secure fastenings at the safety attachment point or the release carrier.

2) Damaged wire rope (broken strands, reduced diameter, loss of lay, etc.).

3) Dust, oil, or grease contamination. The governor wire ropes should not be lubricated.

Inspect the compensating rope (if applicable) for:

1) Verify the rope does not touch the ground at any point.

2) Clean rope of dust of debris contamination.

3) Lubricate the sheave bearing, if necessary.

4) Check the oil level on the compensating rope sheave oil cylinder, if applicable. Fill if necessary.

4.2.2.15 Sheaves (if applicable)

Inspect counterweight sheave for:

1) Verify all ropes seat to the same depth. Lay a straight edge over the crown of the ropes, across the sheave, and check if all ropes are even with the edge.

2) Use a sheave groove gauge to measure the sheave wear. Verify grooves are within acceptable limits.

3) Check for excess lubricant which has led to dirt and build-up in the grooves. Clean where necessary. Wiping a finger on a groove should yield only a light trace of oil. If there is a heavy smudge, the wire ropes and sheaves need cleaning.

4) Verify all fastenings are secure.

5) Check for signs of bearing failure or misalignment. When traveling the elevator, if the deflection sheave makes excess noise or there is wobble, these could be signs of bearing failure.

6) Check for sings of “rope imprints” in the groove surface. Excess lubricant and buildup may

Inspect the compensation sheave for:

across the sheave, and check if all ropes are even with the edge.

2) Use a sheave groove gauge to measure the sheave wear. Verify grooves are within acceptable limits.

3) Check for excess lubricant which has led to dirt and build-up in the grooves. Clean where necessary. Wiping a finger on a groove should yield only a light trace of oil. If there is a heavy smudge, the wire ropes and sheaves need cleaning.

4) Verify all fastenings are secure.

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5) Check for signs of bearing failure or misalignment. When traveling the elevator, if the deflection sheave makes excess noise or there is wobble, these could be signs of bearing failure.

6) Verify that the sheave is free to move vertically. Physically move the sheave up and down or visually verify movement when traveling elevator car.

4.3 Inspection

The Code requires periodic inspection of elevators completed by qualified elevator personnel and witnessed by a QEI. After testing, a report must be written and submitted by the QEI containing the date of the inspection, the type of tests performed, detail results of the tests, and any code deficiencies noted including a statement as to corrective action taken, if any.

4.3.1 Electrical Elevators

The following items are to be included when identifying components or systems to be inspected.

4.3.1.1 Inside the Car (ASME A17.1.8.11.2.1.1)

1) Door Reopening Device

2) Stop Switches

3) Operating Control Devices

4) Car Floor and Landing Sill

5) Car Lighting

6) Car Emergency Signal

7) Car Door or Gate

8) Door Closing Force

9) Power Closing of Doors or Gates

10) Power Opening of Doors or Gates

11) Car Vision Panels and Glass Car Doors

12) Car Enclosure

13) Emergency Exit

14) Ventilation

15) Signs and Operating Device Symbols

16) Rated Load, Platform Area, and Data Plate

17) Standby or Emergency Power Operation

18) Means to Restrict Hoistway or Car Doors Opening and Expiration Date for the Alternate

Power Source

19) Car Ride

20) Door Monitoring Systems

21) Stopping Accuracy

22) Machinery Space/Control Space

23) Working Areas in the Car

a. Means to prevent unexpected movement

b. Unexpected car movement device

c. Operating instructions for unexpected car movement

d. Operating instructions for egress and reentry procedure

24) Equipment Access Panel Electrical Device

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25) Earthquake Inspections and Tests

4.3.1.2 Machine Rooms, Machinery Spaces, and Control Rooms/Spaces (ASME A17.1.8.11.2.1.2)

1) Equipment Exposure to Weather

2) Means of Access

3) Headroom

4) Means Necessary for Tests

5) Inspection and Test Panel

6) Lighting and Receptacles

7) Enclosure of Machine Room, Machinery Spaces, and Control Room/Spaces

8) Housekeeping

9) Ventilation

10) Fire Extinguisher

11) Pipes, Wiring, and Ducts

12) Guarding of Equipment

13) Numbering of Elevators, Machines, and Disconnect Switches

14) Maintenance Path and Maintenance Clearance

15) Stop Switch

16) Disconnecting Means and Control

17) Controller Wiring, Fuses, Grounding, etc.

18) Static Control

19) Machinery Supports and Fastenings

20) Driving-Machine Brake

21) Traction-Drive Machines

22) Gears, Bearings, and Flexible Connections

23) Winding-Drum Machine

24) Belt- or Chain-Drive Machine

25) Motor Generator

26) Absorption of Regenerated Power

27) Traction Sheaves

28) Secondary and Deflector Sheaves

29) Rope Fastenings

30) Terminal Stopping Devices

31) Operating Devices

32) Governor, Overspeed Switch, and Seal

33) Car and Counterweight Safeties

34) Code Data Plate

35) Emergency Brake

36) AC Drives from a dc Source

37) Slack-Rope Devices

38) Wiring Diagrams

39) Rope Retainers or Restraints for Seismic Risk Zones

40) Seismic and Counterweight Displacement Detection Devices

41) The USI of the Installed Software matches the Onsite Documentation

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4.3.1.3 Top of Car (ASME A17.1.8.11.2.1.3)

1) Top-of-Car Stop Switch

2) Car Top Light and Outlet

3) Top-of-Car Operating Device and Working Platforms

4) Top-of-Car Clearance and Refuge Space

5) Top Counterweight Clearance

6) Car, Overhead, and Deflector Sheaves

7) Normal Terminal Stopping Devices

8) Final Terminal Stopping Devices

9) Broken Rope, Chain, or Tape Switch

10) Car-Leveling Devices

11) Crosshead Data Plate

12) Top Emergency Exit

13) Counterweight and Counterweight Buffer

14) Counterweight Safeties

15) Floor and Emergency Identification Numbering

16) Hoistway Construction

17) Hoistway Smoke Control

18) Pipes, Wiring, and Ducts

19) Windows, Projections, Recesses, and Setbacks

20) Hoistway Clearance

21) Multiple Hoistways

22) Traveling Cables and Junction Boxes

23) Door and Gate Equipment

24) Car Frame and Stiles

25) Guide Rails Fastening and Equipment

26) Governor Rope

27) Governor Releasing Carrier

28) Fastenings and Hitch Plate

29) Suspension Means

30) Compensation Means

31) Machinery Space/Control Space

32) Working Areas on the Car Top

a. Means to prevent unexpected movement

b. Unexpected car movement device

c. Operating instructions for unexpected car movement device

d. Operating instructions for egress and reentry procedure

33) Equipment Exposure to Weather

34) Machinery Supports and Fastenings

35) Guarding of Exposed Auxiliary Equipment

36) Anchoring of Beams and Supports in Seismic Risk Zone 2 or Greater

37) Position Restraints in Seismic Risk Zone 2 or Greater

38) Car and Counterweight Guide-Rail System in Seismic Risk Zone 2 or Greater

39) For seismic risk zone 2 or greater, horizontal clearance for car and counterweight, snag-point clearance, and rail fastening

40) Seismic risk zone 2 or greater rope retainer and snag guard for compensating ropes or chains and compensating tension sheave fastening

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41) Sheaves with nonmetallic groove surfaces

4.3.1.4 Outside of Hoistway (ASME A17.1.8.11.2.1.4)

1) Car Platform Guard

2) Hoistway Doors

3) Vision Panels

4) Hoistway Door Locking Devices

5) Access to Hoistway

6) Power Closing of Hoistway Doors

7) Sequence Operation

8) Hoistway Enclosure

9) Elevator Parking Devices

10) Emergency and Access Hoistway Openings

11) Separate Counterweight Hoistway

12) Standby Power Selection Switch

13) Means Necessary for Tests

14) Inspection and Test Panel, Inspection Operation, and Inspection Operating with Open

Door Circuits

15) Equipment Exposure to Weather

4.3.1.5 Pit (ASME A17.1.8.11.2.1.5)

1) Pit Access, Lighting, Stop Switch, and Condition

2) Bottom Clearance and Runby

3) Car and Counterweight Buffer

4) Final Terminal Stopping Devices

5) Normal Terminal Stopping Devices

6) Traveling Cables

7) Governor-Rope Tensions Devices

8) Compensating Chains, Ropes, and Sheaves

9) Car Frame and Platform

10) Car Safeties and Guiding Members

11) Machinery Space/Control Space

12) Working Areas in the Pit

a. Means to prevent unexpected movement

b. Unexpected car movement device

c. Operating instructions for unexpected car movement device

d. Operating instructions for egress and reentry procedure

13) Equipment Exposure to Weather

14) Machinery Supports and Fastenings

15) Guarding of Exposed Auxiliary Equipment

16) Pit Inspection Operation

4.3.1.6 Firefighter’s Emergency (ASME A17.1.8.11.2.1.6)

1) Check that the monthly operation log is maintained.

4.3.1.7 Working Platforms (ASME A17.1.8.11.2.1.7)

1) Working Platforms

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a. Operating Instructions

2) Retractable Stops

a. Retractable Stop Electrical Device

3) Inspection Operation

4.3.1.8 Braking System (ASME A17.1.8.11.2.1.8)

1) Seal on Means of Adjusting the Holding Capacity of the Driving-Machine

4.3.2 Hydraulic Elevators

The following items are to be included when identifying components or systems to be inspected.

4.3.2.1 Inside the Car (ASME A17.1.8.11.3.1.1)

1) Door Reopening Device

2) Stop Switches

3) Operating Control Devices

4) Car Floor and Landing Sill

5) Car Lighting and Receptacles

6) Car Emergency Signal

7) Car Door or Gate

8) Door Closing Force

9) Power Closing of Doors or Gates

10) Power Opening of Doors or Gates

11) Car Vision Panels and Glass Car Doors

12) Car Enclosure

13) Emergency Exit

14) Ventilation

15) Signs and Operating Device Symbols

16) Rated Load, Platform Area, and Data Plate

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