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Leach 1298-IM-EN Instruction Manual

Medium duty single width ladderspan tower
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MEDIUM DUTY
SINGLE WIDTH LADDERSPAN TOWER
Mobile Aluminium Access Tower
Instruction Manual EN 1298-IM-EN
The MD Ladderspan Tower is certified to BS EN 1004:200
3T - Through The Trapdoor Method
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01432 346800
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  • Page 1 MEDIUM DUTY SINGLE WIDTH LADDERSPAN TOWER Mobile Aluminium Access Tower Instruction Manual EN 1298-IM-EN The MD Ladderspan Tower is certified to BS EN 1004:200 3T - Through The Trapdoor Method 01432 346800 sales@leachs.com www.leachs.com...
  • Page 2 The safe working load of the tower is 2,000kg including its own weight. The maximum safe working load of any individual platform is 282 kg evenly distributed.If the tower is to be used in an application outside the scope of EN1004, contact your supplier LEACH'S, for advice on loadings. TEL: +44 (0)1432 346 800 or EMAIL: sales@leachs.com...
  • Page 3 • Repairs should only be carried out by LEACH'S or their authorised repairers. • In case of any doubt as to the integrity of any items of the equipment, the part should be withdrawn from use, quarantined and subject to detailed examination to determine whether repair or replacement is required.
  • Page 4 • If the tower is to be used in connection with hoisting arrangements, this is outside the scope of EN1004 and requires specific advice from the manufacturer to ensure safety. • Contact LEACH'S for advice on loadings, TEL: +44 (0)1432 346 800 or EMAIL: sales@leachs.com • Fit guard rails to all Platforms.
  • Page 5 • after completing the movement, use a spirit level to ensure that the tower is vertical and safely supported on an appropriate surface • after completing the movement check that the tower is correct and complete. Products | LEACH'S Page 5...
  • Page 6 Frames Frames must always be assembled with the offset conical head fitting pointing inwards towards the centre of the tower. Braces All braces are fitted with spring loaded pins that automatically lock the brace into position when attached to a tower. Brace hooks must be located either over the rung screw heads, between 2 screw heads or between the frame upright and a...
  • Page 7 Standard scaffold tubes and fittings can be used with the products. Ties should be spaced at no more than 4m intervals. Ties must be rigid and be secured to both frame uprights. For further details regarding tying in, please contact your supplier or the manufacturer: LEACH'S. Products | LEACH'S...
  • Page 8 COMPONENT SCHEDULE 1.6m Long x 0.8m Wide (Single Width) MD Ladderspan Tower Page 8 MD Single Width Ladderspan Tower | Assembly Guide...
  • Page 9 COMPONENT SCHEDULE 2.4m Long x 0.8m Wide (Single Width) MD Ladderspan Tower Products | LEACH'S Page 9...
  • Page 10 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS - All Platform Working Heights Step 1 Insert the leg & castor assembly into the base of the first main frame and ladder frame. When fully inserted, ensure the spring loaded pin is engaged into the hole in the side of the frames.
  • Page 11 Small vertical adjustments can be made to either arm to guarantee a sturdy placement. Products | LEACH'S Page 11...
  • Page 12 Build Method A 2.2m, 4.2m, 6.2m, 8.2m, 10.2m Step 7.1 Working from temporary platform, install a 2 rung main frame & a 2 rung ladder frame onto the 4 rung frames. Then, clip onto the top rung a diagonal brace. Diagonal braces always run parallel to the braces below.
  • Page 13 4 guardrails can now be removed. Make sure that there are still 2 horizontal braces on the bottom rung and the 4th rung up on the tower. Proceed to Step 8 Products | LEACH'S Page 13...
  • Page 14 Build Method C 3.2m, 5.2m, 7.2m, 9.2m Step 7.1 Working from temporary platform, install a 4 rung main frame & a 4 rung ladder frame onto the first set of 4 rung frames. Then, clip 1 diagonal brace on. The start position of the brace should be on the same rung height as the finishing position from the brace below - running in...
  • Page 15 3T method. Install another platform 4 rungs above and install 4 guardrails using the 3T method. If a 3.7m tower is being assembled, go to step 10. Proceed to Step 8 Products | LEACH'S Page 15...
  • Page 16 All Platform Working Heights Step 8 Working from the top platform, install a 4 rung main frame & a 4 rung ladder frame. Then clip 1 more diagonal brace onto the same side as the previously installed diagonal brace. The start position of the brace should be on the same rung height as the finishing position from the brace below - running in the same...
  • Page 17 Then immediately take up the protected position detailed in the 3T method. Whilst standing through the trapdoor as per the 3T method, disconnect the braces completely. Products | LEACH'S Page 17...
  • Page 18 DISMANTLING INSTRUCTIONS - All Platform Working Heights Step 4 Now, working from the platform below, the upper platform can be removed. Once this is fully removed, recently relocated diagonal brace(s) can now be taken off. This can be done by one operative from the platform.
  • Page 19 3018 - 2.4m Diag. Brace (brown) 3023 - MD Small Stabiliser 3021 - 1.6m Trap Platform 3036 - 1.6m S/W Toeboard 3024 - MD Large Stabiliser 3022 - 2.4m Trap Platform 3037 - 2.4m S/W Toeboard Products | LEACH'S Page 19...
  • Page 20 For further information regarding our range of access products and services, please get in touch with us: LEACH'S Beacon Park, 228 Holme Lacy Road, Hereford HR2 6BQ t: +44 (0)1432 346 800 e: sales@leachs.com w: www.leachs.com Manufacturing Member 01432 346800 sales@leachs.com...