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- Page 1 CLIMA Mobile Aluminium Tower with Climbing Frame 1450/850 3T - Through the Trapdoor Method USER GUIDE...
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Page 2: Safety First
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. - Page 3 Safety First Safe use ● Check that all components are onsite, undamaged and that they are functioning correctly - (refer to Checklist and Quantity Schedules). Damaged or incorrect components should not be used. ● Check if the ground on which the mobile access tower is to be erected and moved is capable of supporting the tower.
- Page 4 After every movement of the tower, use a spirit level to check that it is vertical and level and set the adjustable legs as required. ● Do not move the tower in wind speeds over 7.7 metres per second (17mph). BoSS Clima 3T User Guide...
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Page 5: During Use
Safety First During use ● Beware of high winds in exposed, gusty or medium breeze conditions. We recommend that in wind speeds over 7.7 metres per second (17mph), cease working on the tower and do not attempt to move it. If the wind becomes a strong breeze (expected to reach 11.3 metres per second - 25mph) tie the tower to a rigid structure. - Page 6 Brace claws, frame interlock clips, trapdoor latches and platform wind-locks should be regularly checked to ensure they lock correctly. ● Refer to the BoSS user guide for detailed inspection and maintenance advice. ● Components should be stored with due care to prevent damage.
- Page 7 Safety First End Toe Board Horizontal Brace Side Toe Board Platform (Fixed and Trapdoor Decks) Diagonal Brace 8 Rung Frame Stabiliser Castor Adjustable Leg 4 Rung Frame bossaccesstowers.com...
- Page 8 Quantity Schedule 1450 width towers BoSS Clima 3T User Guide...
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- Page 10 275kg. This must be evenly distributed over either one deck, or two decks placed side by side. The quantities on pages 7 and 8 will enable BoSS towers to be built safely and therefore comply with the requirements of the Work at Height Regulations.
- Page 11 Quantity Schedule 1450 width towers Ballast: internal/external use There is no requirement for ballast on 1450 towers if using stabilisers as detailed in the table on page 8. Mobile outriggers MP16 outriggers can be used instead of SP15 stabilisers, as detailed below.
- Page 12 Quantity Schedule 850 width towers BoSS Clima 3T User Guide...
- Page 13 Quantity Schedule 850 width towers bossaccesstowers.com...
- Page 14 275kg, evenly distributed over the deck. The quantities on pages 11 and 12, will enable BoSS towers to be built safely and therefore comply with the requirements of the Work at Height Regulations 2005.
- Page 15 Quantity Schedule 850 width towers Ballast: internal/external use There is no requirement for ballast on 850 towers if using stabilisers as detailed in the table on page 12. Mobile outriggers MP16 outriggers can be used instead of SP15 stabilisers, as detailed below.
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Page 16: Assembly Procedure
6 rung frames next and the 8 rung frames on the top. Refer to the quantity schedules for detail. To dismantle a Boss Ladderspan tower Remove toe boards, and pass down the tower. -
Page 17: Safety Checklist
Safety Checklist Mobile towers - 3T method Checklist Ensure all brace claws operate and lock correctly prior to erection Inspect components prior to erection Inspect tower prior to use Tower upright and level Castors locked and legs correctly adjusted Diagonal braces fitted Stabilisers/outriggers fitted as specified Platforms located and wind-locks on Toe boards located... - Page 18 The procedure illustrated shows 4.2m platform height tower starting with a 4 rung frame. BoSS recommend two persons are used to build BoSS Towers. Above 4m height, it is essential that at least two persons are used. Only climb the tower from the inside.
- Page 19 Assembly Procedure Fit one horizontal brace (red) onto the vertical of an end frame, just above the bottom rung, with the claw facing outwards. Note: All locking claws must be opening before fitting. Locked Position the second end frame as shown and at the other end of the horizontal brace onto the vertical, just above the bottom rung.
- Page 20 IMPORTANT - Only use the adjustable legs to level the tower and not to gain extra height. INTERLOCK CLIP Locked Unlocked Fit stabilisers (see notes on page 30) BoSS Clima 3T User Guide...
- Page 21 Assembly Procedure Fit a temporary deck on the lowest rungs. Fit a trapdoor deck on the 8th rung (2.0m) on one side of the tower. Ensure that the trapdoor is positioned with the hinges towards the outside of the tower as shown. Climb the end frame below the trapdoor on the inside of the tower, and from within the protected trapdoor position, fit horizontal braces on the 10th and 12th rungs (in that order) on both sides of the deck.
- Page 22 2 and 4 rungs (0.5 and 1.0m) above the platform level. At the final level, a further diagonal braces should be added on one side of the tower as shown. BoSS Clima 3T User Guide...
- Page 23 Assembly Procedure When building beyond a 4.2m platform height. Continue to add pairs of end frames, diagonal braces and fit trapdoor decks as shown in the previous steps. At every platform level, add horizontal braces as guardrails at 2 and 4 rungs above the platform.
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Page 24: Dismantling Procedure
You may then unlock the claws at the other ends of the guardrails to remove them from the tower. BoSS Clima 3T User Guide... - Page 25 Assembly Procedure Mobile towers - 850 3T method Assembly for 850 towers Always start building with the smallest height frames at the base of the tower: Platform height in metres Frame at base 1.7, 2.2, 3.7, 4.2, 5.7, 6.2, 7.7, 8.2, 9.7, 10.2, 11.7, 12.2 4 rung 2.7, 4.7, 6.7, 8.7, 10.7 6 rung...
- Page 26 Fit the next pair of end frames and check the frame interlock clips are engaged. Fit stabilisers (see notes on page 30). INTERLOCK CLIP Locked Unlocked BoSS Clima 3T User Guide...
- Page 27 Assembly Procedure Fit two pairs of diagonal braces in opposing directions between the 6th and 10th rungs and the 10th and 14th rungs. Locate a trapdoor deck on the 12th rung. bossaccesstowers.com...
- Page 28 Climb up the inside of the tower and from the protected position of the trapdoor, fit horizontal braces as guardrails (on both sides) to the 14th and 16th rungs (2 and 4 rungs above the platform in that order). BoSS Clima 3T User Guide...
- Page 29 Assembly Procedure Continue the procedure until the required working height is reached, adding additional pairs of end frames, diagonal braces and fitting trapdoor platforms, as shown on previous steps. At every platform level, add horizontal braces as guardrails at 2 and 4 rungs above the platform (in that order) on both sides of the platform.
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Page 30: Toe Boards
Position as (A) on right hand deck claw. On other side of the working platform, position the clip as (B). Place 25mm thick toe boards into slots in toe board clips as shown. Side Toe Board End Toe Board Toe Board Clip Claw Deck Rung BoSS Clima 3T User Guide... -
Page 31: Stabilisers And Outriggers
Stabilisers and Outriggers Mobile towers - 3T method Stabilisers Attach one stabiliser to each corner of the tower as shown. Ensure stabiliser feet are equally spaced to form a square. SP10 and SP15 telescopic stabilisers must always be fully extended. Position the lower clamp so that the lower arm is as close to the horizontal as possible. - Page 32 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 Members of: Members of: PN03302700 ©2017 WernerCo Rev. 10/17...