Discussion on matters needing attention in cleaning ship unloader

The ship unloader should check the dirt, if necessary, thoroughly clean or only clean those particularly dirty components. Check the cleaning condition of ship unloader every day. The operation safety and working life depend on the cleaning of ship unloader.

Danger: cleaning work is carried out only during the shutdown of ship unloader. When cleaning with high pressure and steam ejector equipment, there is always potential damage to safety devices. Before inspection and maintenance, clean the respective assembly components. For safety and functional reasons, all open casings / seals, water, steam and cleaning sand are not allowed to enter. Do not use some corrosive detergents. Do not spray directly on electrical equipment, relay - and switch boxes, exhaust and ventilation filters, as well as controllers and oiled areas. Do not spray at right angles with the sprayer, and always keep enough distance from the surface for cleaning.

Cleaning of difficult parts of ship unloader, such as driving device and walking track, with tools, such as special brush. Before carrying out maintenance / repair of the unloader, clean the unloader, especially any traces of oil, fuel oil or anti rust oil on the connections and threaded pipe joints. Do not use corrosive detergent, should use any fiber cleaning cloth. Before cleaning the ship unloader with water, steam ejector (high pressure spray) or detergent, cover or paste all openings with adhesive tape; for functional and safety reasons, it is necessary to protect against water vapor and detergent penetration. Special care is required for motor and switchgear cabinets. Ensure that the temperature sensors of the fire alarm and fire protection system do not come into contact with hot cleaning agents during the cleaning of the ship unloader, as this may activate the fire protection system.