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UTS LADDER 1450//850 INSTRUCTION MANUAL

 

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CHECK LIST, INSPECTION CARE AND MAINTENANCE FOR MOBILE 
ACCESS TOWERS

 

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All components should be inspected before use to ensure that they are not damaged or broken, 
particularly the welds.

 

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ANY damage to ANY part particularly tubular members, castors, platform decking MUST be 
replaced.

 

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Adjustable leg threads should be cleaned and lightly oiled.

 

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All locking claws should be cleaned, and the locking mechanism checked for operation.

 

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When storing your MAT, please ensure that all components are neatly stored and not left lying 
around where they could be stood on or damaged.

 

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When transporting the MAT always tie the components down so that they do not move around and 
get damaged.

 

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Should the tower be left unattended it should be tied to a suitable structure and on reuse ALWAYS 
check that the tower is vertical and safe before ascending correct and complete structure.

 

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The MAT is not designed to be lifted or suspended as a complete structure.

 

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Always keep this instruction manual safe.

 

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Broken, damaged or incorrect components must never be used. The equipment shall be quarantined 
and assessed for replacement repair or destruction.

 

 

WIND EFFECTS

 

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Beware of high, gusty, or moderate breeze conditions in exposed areas. It is recommended that in 
wind speeds over a Moderate Breeze (see Beaufort Scale below) that work on the tower is stopped 
and reassessed. If the wind becomes a Strong Breeze, (see Beaufort Scale below) the tower should 
be tied to a rigid structure. If the wind is likely to reach Gale Force (see Beaufort Scale below) or 
over, work should be stopped, and the tower should be dismantled.

 

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Beware of tunnelling effect caused by open ended buildings, uncladded buildings and building 
corners.

 

Wind

 

Beaufort Scale

 

10 Meters above ground

 

Force

 

Speed in m.p.h.

 

Speed in knots

 

Moderate Breeze

 

Raises dust and loose paper, 
small branches move.

 

4

 

13

18

 

11

16

 

Strong Breeze

 

Large branches in motion, 
telegraph wires whistle.

 

6

 

25

31

 

22

27

 

Gale Force

 

Walking is difficult, twigs 
break off

 

trees.

 

8

 

39

46

 

34

40

 

LOCKING CLIPS

 

Fit the locking clips as shown in 
the diagram opposite.

 

Summary of Contents for 1450/850

Page 1: ...l should be qualified or competent to erect this tower Please consult the PASMA s code of practice for full information on the use of Mobile Access Towers Remember to do a risk assessment of the area...

Page 2: ...UTS LADDER 1450 850 INSTRUCTION MANUAL Page 2...

Page 3: ...nce 6 Components and Weights 8 Assembly 9 Dismantling 16 Configurations and Weights 17 Risk Assessment Form 19 UTS LADDER 1450 850 Instruction Manual Mobile Access Tower UTS SALES REPAIR UNIT 1A CANTE...

Page 4: ...drail braces for the level above the platform NEVER STAND ON AN UNGUARDED PLATFORM Before assembly or erection of this Mobile Access Tower MAT please ensure that A risk assessment has been done and al...

Page 5: ...and only from the base Beware of overhead obstructions live wires hanging apparatus or other objects Do not move with people or material on the tower Do not move the assembled MAT if wind speeds exce...

Page 6: ...pended as a complete structure Always keep this instruction manual safe Broken damaged or incorrect components must never be used The equipment shall be quarantined and assessed for replacement repair...

Page 7: ...ING OF HORIZONTAL BRACING IS IMPORTANT The diagrams opposite illustrate the CORRECT brace positions REMEMBER Always fit braces DOWNWARD or from the inside facing OUTWARD BUT NEVER INWARD FITTING ADJUS...

Page 8: ...me 5 4 11 1 8m Horizontal Brace 2 1 4 1m Span Frame 4 12 2 1m Diagonal Brace 2 2 5 1 5m Ladder Frame 8 13 Complete Toe Board Set 8 6 1 5m Span Frame 5 6 14 S1 Stabiliser 4 1 7 2m Ladder Frame 10 4 15...

Page 9: ...frame never the outside When working on the platform never overreach The end frames should provide a firm hand hold Insert adjustable leg assembly with castors or base plates into the base of ladder f...

Page 10: ...fig 3 and lock the locking clips refer to page 6 Attach diagonal braces on both sides from the 1st rung to the 3rd rung of the structure in opposing directions Place a trap door platform on the 1st ru...

Page 11: ...page 16 Climb the ladder and from a protected through the trapdoor position attach horizontal guardrail braces to the 5th and then 6th rungs on both sides of the platform Never climb onto a platform t...

Page 12: ...UTS LADDER 1450 850 INSTRUCTION MANUAL Page 12 Attach 2nd pair of diagonal braces following on from the previous ones Attach the next 4 rung frames and lock clips as per fig 6 6...

Page 13: ...the tower at this height 4m continue with step 8 When building beyond this level repeat steps 4 5 and 6 until desired level is achieved then complete the tower with steps 8 and 9 Reuse the trap door p...

Page 14: ...per fig 7 The 1st rung trap door platform should be moved up to the 8th rung the fixed platform can now be fitted alongside it LOCK WIND LOCKS Climb up the ladder and from a protected through the tra...

Page 15: ...TS SALES REPAIRS LTD Fit toe boards to all working platforms see instructions on page 4 5 9 Maximum distance between platforms should not exceed 2 25m Maximum distance to first platform should not exc...

Page 16: ...h one stabiliser to each corner of tower at approx 45 degrees The bottom clamp should be fitted as low as possible refer to the diagram opposite Ensure that all four rubber feet are in contact with th...

Page 17: ...2 7m Diagonal Brace 2 3 13 Folding Toe Board Set 1 1 Instruction Manual 1 1 S1 Stabiliser 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 S2 Stabiliser Approx Tower Shelf weight Kgs 1 8m 74 2 81 2 101 4 121 5 136 8 143 8...

Page 18: ...Brace 6 6 2 1m or 2 7m Diagonal Brace 2 3 13 Folding Toe Board Set 1 1 Instruction Manual 1 1 S1 Stabiliser 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 S2 Stabiliser Approx Tower Shelf weight Kgs 1 8m 85 92 7 113 119 4...

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Page 20: ...TION MANUAL Page 20 UTS SALES REPAIRS LTD UNIT 1A CANTERBURY INDUSTRIAL PARK ISLAND ROAD HERSDEN CANTERBURY KENT CT3 4HQ TEL 01227 860085 WWW TOWERSANDPODIUMS CO UK KM 617169 Document No CM085 Version...

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