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Safety Circuit Test

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Functional verification that all safety devices in the elevator safety chain operate correctly.

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The safety circuit test is a systematic procedure that individually activates and verifies each safety device in the elevator safety chain including door contacts, limit switches, pit stop switch, overspeed governor, and safety gear, confirming that the controller correctly detects open contacts and halts operation as required.
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Safety Circuit Test
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Passenger elevators freight elevators all lift door systems
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