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- Page 1 Picture of machine being used in situ. at full height. The ultimate range of push around micro powered access platforms InstructIons for use edition september 2011 EN 280 IP24...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents sectIon 1 - DescrIPtIon Page Introduction Characteristics and description Intended use Selection and minimum attributes of operators Modifications Terminology sectIon 2 - sPecIfIcatIon Technical data Operating site 2.2.1 Ground conditions 2.2.2 Ground flatness 2.2.3 Overhead obstructions 2.2.4 Segregation from other site vehicle movements Noise and vibrations Limitations... -
Page 3: Introduction
BoSS X-Series machine. Additional copies of these instructions may also be obtained from Youngman Group Ltd., please see contact details on the back cover. The instructions are also available to download from our website at youngmangroup.com. -
Page 4: Characteristics And Description
1.2 characterIstIcs anD DescrIPtIon The BoSS X-Series is a range of manually propelled, micro powered access platforms. Each machine includes the following features as standard: Auto braking on fixed castors Foot operated click on brakes on swivel castors Tilt sensor – no stabilisers required Platform overload sensor and handset LED indicator Pressure loss valve... -
Page 5: Intended Use
fit out work etc. at varying heights above ground level. WarnIng The user must obtain the guidance and written approval of Youngman Group Ltd in the event of any special working methods or conditions which are outside those specified in this section. youngmangroup.com... -
Page 6: Selection And Minimum
(Youngman offer a Work at Height Regulations training course called the Knowledge. For more information please call +44 (0) 1621... -
Page 7: Modifications
1.5 MoDIfIcatIons No modifications shall be made to any BoSS X-Series machine unless Youngman Group Ltd. has given full written approval. If in doubt please contact us for advice: Youngman Group Ltd. The Causeway... -
Page 8: Terminology
1.6 terMInology Charging cables and guardrail tools tray Forklift access, hoisting and transit strap points Battery charging connection point Battery charging indicator Battery charge level indicator Base unit emergency stop Smooth roll castors with non marking tyres Step up to platform Fixed castors with auto braking applied as the platform is raised Swivel castors with click on brakes... - Page 9 1.6 terMInology youngmangroup.com...
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Page 10: Technical Data
2.1 technIcal Data Boss X3X Boss X3 rated load, manual forces and weight: Safe working load 240kg equivalent to 1 person (80kg) plus 160kg tools & ma Maximum allowable manual force 200N (interior use only) Maximum allowable chassis inclination 1.25 Maximum allowable wind speed 0m/s Maximum load per wheel... - Page 11 Boss X3X Boss X3 Boss X2 oad, manual forces and weight: rking load 240kg ent to 1 person (80kg) plus 160kg tools & materials m allowable manual force 200N (interior use only) m allowable chassis inclination 1.25 m allowable wind speed 0m/s m load per wheel 450kg...
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Page 12: Operating Site
2.2 oPeratIng sIte When a BoSS X-Series machine is delivered to site ensure that the machine will be able to reach the work area; these are not rough terrain machines and should not be transported across unstable or uneven ground as this could cause significant damage to the machines. -
Page 13: Segregation From Other Site
2.2.4 segregatIon froM other sIte vehIcle MoveMents Every worksite should be subject to a risk assessment and where vehicle movements are likely to occur close to the BoSS X-Series machine, measures should be taken to segregate the machine from other vehicles. This might include the use of cones, barriers, signage and re-routing measures. -
Page 14: Section 3 - Safety Rules
3 - Safety rules These safety rules should be adhered to in every way. never exceed the 240kg rated capacity (Safe Working Load or SWL) of the platform never use the BoSS X-Series machine as a crane never attempt to increase the reach or working height of the BoSS X-Series machine by use of additional equipment eg ladders... - Page 15 3 - Safety rules alWays check that there are no obstructions or persons that may be struck by the platform before and during the raising and lowering of the platform alWays carry tools and materials within the confines of the guardrails of the work platform alWays undertake the daily checks...
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Page 16: Daily Checks
If in doubt seek further assistance by contacting Youngman. If instruction labels or plates are no longer legible or missing contact Youngman for replacements. The Daily Checks page in Section 6.5 of these Instructions for Use may be photocopied or are available to download from our website at youngmangroup.com to provide an aide memoir... -
Page 17: Manoeuvring The Platform
4.2 ManoeuvrIng the PlatforM Manoeuvre the platform into position using both hands on the platform guardrail uprights as shown below. Take care to avoid trapping hands or feet whilst manoeuvring the platform. WarnIng Never manoevre the BoSS X-Series machine whilst it is elevated or with a person, tools or materials on the platform. -
Page 18: Engaging The Brakes
4.3 engagIng the Brakes The BoSS X-Series machine is fitted with two braking systems: Fixed castors – these brakes are applied automatically as the platform rises Swivel castors – these brakes are engaged by the use of a foot pushing down on the lever as shown in the picture below. -
Page 19: Entering And Leaving The Work
4.5 enterIng anD leavIng the Work PlatforM Always use 3 points of contact when entering and exiting the platform (eg the use of 2 hands and one foot as shown in the pictures below). Always use the step up to the platform on the base of the machine. -
Page 20: Handset Control Unit
4.6 hanDset control unIt The handset control unit houses the platform raise and lower controls. Pressing the ‘UP’ button raises the platform. Pressing the ‘DOWN’ button lowers the platform To avoid crushing or shearing hazards, an intermediate stop feature on lowering is fitted to activate when the platform reaches a base of work platform height from ground level of: BoSS X3X –... -
Page 21: Emergency Lowering
4.8 eMergency loWerIng In the unlikely event of a power failure of the BoSS X-Series machine the platform can be lowered manually by use of the following procedure. 1.Turn the finger screw on the pressure loss valve anticlockwise until it will not turn any further as shown in figure 1. - Page 22 4.9 Battery chargIng - contInueD To charge the battery, follow the steps below: Depress the emergency stop button on the handset control unit and remove the key. Remove the cover from the charging connection point. as shown in figure 1 below.
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Page 23: Storage
5.1 storage The BoSS X-Series machine should be stored inside in a secure, clean and dry environment, the emergency stop on the handset depressed and the key removed. It should not be stored outside. When the BoSS X-Series machine is parked the swivel castor brakes must be applied and if the machine has to be parked on a gradient the castors must be chocked. - Page 24 5.2 loaDIng anD unloaDIng The BoSS X-Series machine may also be wheeled onto an adequately rated tail lift with the platform in the fully lowered position. The swivel castor brakes should then be applied, the tail lift raised, the brakes released and the machine wheeled onto the flat base of the tail lift vehicle and the swivel castor brakes applied.
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Page 25: Lifting
5.3 lIftIng The BoSS X-Series machine may be lifted by a crane or Hiab by threading adequately rated lifting straps through the forklift access points. WarnIng a full risk assessment must be carried out. the straps must be threaded inside the guardrails of the machine. -
Page 26: Section 6 - Modifications To Later
6 MoDIfIcatIons to later Boss X-serIes MachInes (refer to serIal nuMBers at the start of thIs sectIon) In accordance with the Youngman Group policy of continuous product development we have introduced the following four changes to machines. These changes are effective on machines with the following or later serial numbers: •... - Page 27 6 MoDIfIcatIons to later Boss X-serIes MachInes (refer to serIal nuMBers at the start of thIs sectIon) This changes the eMergency loWerIng procedure for machines fitted with this new mechanism: 1. Turn the emergency valve on the base unit anticlockwise until it will not turn any further as shown in figure 1.
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Page 28: Machine Labelling
7.1 MachIne laBellIng See below for the correct location of the BoSS X-Series machine labels and machine plate 07/08 11 12 13 BoSS X-Series Instructions for Use... - Page 29 7.1 MachIne laBellIng On all four forklift and transit strap points 2011 Located on the end of the chassis as indicated on the page opposite. Battery Charge level indiCator: led displays Battery Charge level eMergency stoP youngmangroup.com...
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Page 30: Maintenance Record
7 Maintenance and repair record 7.2 MaIntenance recorD Date Scheduled maintenance undertaken Location 7.3 rePaIrs recorD Date Repairs undertaken Location 7.4 eXaMInatIon/tests recorD Date Examinations / tests undertaken Location Please photocopy these pages for your own use as required. BoSS X-Series Instructions for Use... - Page 31 7 Maintenance and repair record Scheduled maintenance undertaken Location aIrs recorD Repairs undertaken Location MInatIon/tests recorD Examinations / tests undertaken Location Safe to use Y/N? hotocopy these pages for your as required. youngmangroup.com...
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Page 32: Daily Checks - Operator Checklist
7.5 DaIly checks - oPerator checklIst The following checklist has been provided to enable daily pre-operation checks to be undertaken prior to use of this BoSS X-Series machine. These checks should be carried out each working day or at the beginning of each shift. - Page 33 7.5 DaIly checks - oPerator checklIst Prior to operating the platform, the following items must be checked: Machine Number Check Hydraulic oil leaks by visual inspection of the floor around the base unit and by feeling underneath the base unit tray Loose electrical fittings and sensors by visual inspection Chafed hydraulic hose or...
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Page 34: Section 8 Boss X-Series Accessories
sectIon 8 Boss X-serIes accessorIes 8.1 confIneD sPace guarDraIl The BoSS X-Series Confined Space Guardrail has been developed to easily fit to the existing platform guardrail retainer points to allow access to restricted spaces such as the void above suspended ceilings. BoSS X-Series Instructions for Use... -
Page 35: Bumpers
8 Boss X-serIes accessorIes 8.2 BuMPers The BoSS X Series Bumpers have been specially designed to fit easily into the machines fork lifting points and to reduce impact and scuffing damage to finished surfaces. They have the added advantage that they can be removed from the forklift points and clipped onto the guardrails for storage. - Page 36 notes BoSS X-Series Instructions for Use...
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- Page 40 EN 280 IP24 For further information about these products or any other of our other products and services, please contact : youngman group ltd The Causeway, Maldon, Essex, CM9 4LJ, United Kingdom t +44 (0)1621 745900 f +44 (0)1621 859845 e sales@youngmangroup.com...
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