Pennsylvania Code
Title 34 - LABOR AND INDUSTRY
Part I - Department of Labor and Industry
Chapter 7 - ELEVATORS, LIFTS, ESCALATORS, DUMBWAITERS, HOISTS ANDTRAMWAYS
Subchapter J - ESCALATORS
Section 7.325 - Tests

Universal Citation: 34 PA Code ยง 7.325

Current through Register Vol. 54, No. 38, September 21, 2024

The following tests shall be run on all new or rebuilt escalator installations:

(1) Speed test. The application of the overspeed safety device where so equipped shall be obtained by causing the escalator to travel at the governor-tripping speed. With escalators driven by alternating current motors, the governor may be tripped by hand with the escalator traveling at its normal rate of speed.

(2) Reversal test. The application of the reversal safety device as prescribed in § 7.324(d) (relating to safety equipment) shall be made by releasing the machine brake and operating the escalator by hand in the reverse direction or by some approved alternate procedure.

(3) Broken chain test. The application of the broken chain safety device as specified in § 7.324(e), shall be obtained by operating the safety by hand.

(4) Miscellaneous tests. A suitable test of the machine brake, emergency stopping buttons or switches, and other safety features required on escalators shall be made to determine whether they function properly.

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