(Through The Trapdoor) method. The law requires that personnel erecting, dismantling or altering towers must be competent. Any person erecting a BoSS mobile tower must have a copy of this user guide. For further information on the use of mobile access and working towers consult the PASMA operators code of practice.
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(i.e. within the area bounded by the stabilisers). • Safe working loads, normally expressed in kN/m², are expressed below in kg per defined working area. BoSS Stairmax User Guide...
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Movement of the assembled prefabricated tower scaffold • The BoSS StairMAX 700 Mk2 tower system MUST NOT be moved once erected. • Always dismantle it and rebuild at the new location.
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Brace claws, frame interlock clips, trapdoor latches, camlocks and platform wind-locks should be regularly checked to ensure they lock correctly. • Refer to the BoSS Inspection Manual for detailed inspection and maintenance advice: www.bossaccesstowers.com • Components should be stored in clean, dry conditions with due care to prevent •...
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Safety First CAUTION: Always ensure the portal ladder is in closed position when descending the tower. If the portal ladder is in open position, from the protected position of the trapdoor deck (i.e. seated) close the portal ladder ensuring the locking claw has been fully engaged. •...
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Ensure clamps are secure. Props BoSS StairMAX 700 Mk2 tower with platform heights above 5.0m shall be adequately propped or tied to prevent all movement in the horizontal plane. They must be fitted at a minimum of 4.0m vertical intervals.
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Damaged or incorrect components shall not be used. Component weights can be found in the quantity schedule and on the corresponding BoSS Product Datasheets. Check that the ground on which the tower structure is to be erected and moved is capable of supporting the tower in use and within the levelling limits of the tower system.
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Safety First Assembly Procedure Ensure horizontal braces and guardrails are fi tted correctly. Ensure interlock clips on frame members are in the 'locked' position. Ensure wind-locks are engaged before moving onto the deck levels. BoSS Stairmax User Guide...
Tower Designation Information insert found in the Tower Designation Information Kit. (Working and Platform heights are measured from underside of lowest base plate.) BoSS Stairmax User Guide...
The procedure illustrated shows a 7.0m working height tower build. The manufacturer recommend two persons are used to build BoSS Towers. Above 4.0m platform height, it is essential that at least two persons are used. Only climb the tower from the inside.
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The structure must be vertical to within 1cm per metre. Ensure the frames are vertical and level by checking with a spirit level and setting the adjustable legs as required. BoSS Stairmax User Guide...
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Build Method Connect two 4 rung frames together and fi t onto portal ladder frame as shown. Engage interlock clips. Fit one diagonal brace in position shown. Record ‘Tower Designation & Safety Data’ within the ‘Tower Designation Information Assembly’ and attach to the tower in position shown.
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Ensure all claws are positively locked Do not climb onto the deck until it is into position fully guardrailed. Ensure the gate is fully engaged before climbing. BoSS Stairmax User Guide...
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Build Method Connect two 4 rung Connect two 4 rung Connect two 4 rung frames together to frames together to create two subassemblies. create two subassemblies. Engage interlock clips. Engage interlock clips. Whilst standing on the Whilst standing on the Whilst standing on the protected platform deck, fi t protected platform deck, fi t...
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Ensure it sits squarely around deck and does not impede the opening of the trap door in the deck. The tower is now complete. The tower is now complete. The tower is now complete. BoSS Stairmax BoSS Stairmax MK2 User Guide User Guide...
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See images below. Unclip & extract pin Extend/retract adjustable arm Reinsert pin and engage clip To dismantle a BoSS tower: Simply follow the assembly steps in reverse, ensuring that the 3T method is followed.
Base plates and legs correctly adjusted Horizontal and diagonal braces fitted Stabilisers and props fitted as specified Platforms located and wind-locks engaged Interlock clips engaged Toe boards located Guardrails fitted correctly and positively locked Tower designation information kit fitted BoSS Stairmax User Guide...
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For further information about this product or any other products and services, please contact: The Causeway, Maldon, Essex, CM9 4LJ, United Kingdom +44 (0)1621 745900 +44 (0)1621 859845 uk.customercare@wernerco.com bossaccesstowers.com Member of: PN110137-01 @ 2017 WernerCo Rev. 05/17...
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