Mich. Admin. Code R. 408.7038 - Overloading of freight elevators

Rule 38. Section 2.16.6 of the ASME A17.1 code is amended to read as follows:

2.16.6 Freight elevators shall not be loaded in excess of their rated load as specified on the capacity plate required by section 2.16.3 of the ASME A17.1 code. Exceptions:

(a) Static loads on elevators loaded and unloaded by industrial trucks as noted on capacity or separate plate shall comply with sections 2.16.2.2.3 and 2.16.3.2.1(b) of the ASME A17.1 code.

(b) Elevators designed and installed in compliance with section 2.16.7 of the ASME A17.1 code to carry 1-piece loads exceeding their rated load.

If the department determines that safe operation requires it, a load-weighing device shall be installed. The load weighing device shall prevent operation of the elevator in the down direction only when the load on the platform is in excess of 125% of the rated load as determined by the requirements of section 2.16.3 of the ASME A17.1 code. Such devices shall prevent operation of the elevator in the up direction when the load on the car is in excess of the rated load.

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Mich. Admin. Code R. 408.7038

2003 AACS