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Just realized my lazy approach to hoistway cleaning caused bigger issues
I always thought cleaning out elevator hoistways was just busy work, something to skip if the job was running late. Figured a little dust and debris wouldn't hurt the mechanics. That changed after a service call where grease buildup on the guide rails made the car shudder every trip. Took hours to trace and fix, all because I didn't sweep out the pit last maintenance cycle. Now I see that grime directly messes with sensor readings and part wear. I make time for a full clean every time, no matter how tight the schedule. It's a pain, but preventing those weird intermittent faults is way better. My old mindset was costing me more callbacks than it saved in time.
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keith8246mo ago
Ever try using a long handled brush with stiff plastic bristles? I started hitting the rails with one of those every other visit, knocks the worst grease dust off before it cakes up. Made my full cleanings way faster too.
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laura_lane5mo ago
Is that the secret? I've been using a toothbrush like a fool, thanks @keith824.
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oliverbailey6mo ago
Your elevator shaking issue is why I stopped skipping cleanings. I used to think it was just busy work, but now I know it prevents callbacks.
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