Guide for Inspection of Elevators, Escalators, and Moving Walks
The inspector's companion to A17.1: what to look at, how to check it and what to test during acceptance and periodic inspections.
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Who Uses It
Elevator inspectors (QEI), contractors preparing for inspections and owners who want to know what will be checked.
How It's Organized
| Electric elevators | Inspection and test procedures from inside the car, on top of the car, in the machine room, hoistway and pit |
|---|---|
| Hydraulic elevators | Pressure tests, relief valve checks, cylinder and piping inspections |
| Escalators & moving walks | Step, skirt, comb plate, handrail and safety device checks |
Common Questions This Covers
| How an inspector checks it | Inspection guide |
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