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Equipment - Recommendations for Maintenance Accessibility

Machine Clearance Criteria

Specification

Standing Clearances

 

Width

Min. 24"

Height

Min. 80"

Prone Work Clearances

 

Horizontal

Min. 76"

Vertical

18" to 32"

Horizontal Work Clearances

 

Horizontal

30" to 96"

Vertical

18" to 80"

Accessibility for Maintenance

  • Openings are large enough to permit access of both hands and offer visibility of components

  • Access ports are located so that operators are not exposed to hot surfaces, sharp edges, or electrical currents

  • Access ports are easy to remove, with visible and accessible cover fasteners

  • Circular Hatch, Horizontal Clearance               Min. 30" diameter

  • Horizontal Hatch Clearance                             Min. 20" high x 24" wide

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