TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. GENERAL INFORMATION 1.1 GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF THE MACHINE 1.2 USER’S RESPONSIBILITY 1.3 WARRANTY 1.4 AFTER SALES SERVICE 1.5 WHO IS THIS MANUAL FOR? 1.6 MACHINE IDENTIFICATION 1.7 PERSONAL PROTECTION EQUIPMENT REQUIRED 1.8 UKCA DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY 1.9 CONTENT OF THE MANUAL 1.10 INTENDED USE 1.11 ACOUSTIC AND SOUND PRESSURE...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS CONT. 7.2 LOADING 7.3 PUSHING AND TOWING THE MACHINE 7.4 STORING 8. DECALS 8.1 DECAL LOCATIONS 8.2 DECAL SYMBOL MEANINGS IMMA200 USE AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL REV.2 IQ LIFT PRO 7 ACTIV...
1. GENERAL INFORMATION 1.1 GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF THE MACHINE IQ LIFT PRO 7 ACTIVE is a type 1 manual platform. This means that it can move only when the elevating work platform is in a transport position. IQ LIFT PRO 7 ACTIVE manual platform is designed and engineered by Gromet SRL to provide maintenance operators with a safer alternative to ladders.
Defects resulting from the use of non-standard or additional parts or damage or wear resulting from the use or installation of such components. 1.4 AFTER-SALES SERVICE After commissioning your IQ LIFT PRO 7 ACTIVE, you can contact POP UP Products Ltd. after-sales service for: ●...
1. GENERAL INFORMATION 1.6 MACHINE IDENTIFICATION These instructions refer to IQ LIFT PRO 7 ACTIVE, which carries the plate below with the following data: Tenth Avenue, Deeside Industrial Park Flintshire, CH5 2UA +44 (0) 1244 833 933 www.popupproducts.co.uk info@popupproducts.co.uk MANUFACTURER...
1. GENERAL INFORMATION 1.8 UKCA DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY This machinery fulfils all the relevant provisions of the Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008 (SI 2008/1091) as amended (SI 2011/1043, SI 2011/2157 SI 2019/696) BS EN 280:2013 + A1:2015 and BS EN ISO 12100:2010. A copy of the UKCA declaration of conformity can be found in the document tube attached to the machine.
Referenced technical standards: UNI EN ISO 3744: 2010 and UNI EN ISO 11201: 2010 Manufacturer: Gromet S.r.L. Type: Manual Platform Model: IQ LIFT PRO 7 ACTIVE Serial number: MA0120001 Year of manufacture: 2021 Operating conditions: Elevating and lowering the platform...
2. MACHINE SPECIFICATIONS The main specifications of the IQ LIFT PRO 7 ACTIVE can be found below: Dimensions Working Height (maximum) 4.2m Platform Height (maximum) 2.1m Stowed Height 1.68m Ground Clearance 15mm (min) to 85mm (max) Overall Width 0.76 m Overall Length 1.16m...
3. SAFETY DOS AND DON’TS Only qualified operators may operate this machine ALWAYS read and understand the Operation and Safety Handbook before operating. ALWAYS understand all decals and warning labels on the machine. ALWAYS prevent unauthorised use; when machine is not in use, remove key. ALWAYS wear necessary approved personal protective equipment (PPE), i.e.
4. DESCRIPTION OF MACHINE COMPONENTS Front auto-braking wheels The front wheels automatically lock when the platform is elevated. Front braking unit The front braking system is designed to brake the front wheels when the platform is lifted. Rear plunging castor unit This castor unit is springloaded and will drop the machine onto the rear outriggers, which rest on the ground and stabilise the machine (see below) once the operator, steps onto and enters the platform.
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4. DESCRIPTION OF MACHINE COMPONENTS Spirit level The spirit level allows the operator to check whether the floor is horizontal or not before elevating the platform. The operator should not elevate the platform if the spirit level does not indicate a flat surface.
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4. DESCRIPTION OF MACHINE COMPONENTS Platform Gates The operator enters the platform through these gates. They open inwards and are spring loaded to close behind the operator. Restraint Harness Attachment Point This eye bolt can be used by the operator to attach their restraint harness hook to.
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4. DESCRIPTION OF MACHINE COMPONENTS Hand-crank To elevate or lower the platform, the operator must pull the hand-crank handle towards the gate and turn the hand-crank clockwise to ascend and anti-clockwise to descend. Capacity limiter and maximum vertical extension stop The retention system of the steel wire rope inside the platform activates the capacity limiter and prevents any vertical travel should the following conditions occur:...
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4. DESCRIPTION OF MACHINE COMPONENTS Safety device This device allows an operator on the ground to rotate the platform drive hand-crank, if for example the operator has become incapaci- tated, for any reason (e.g. illness of the operator themselves) and unable to bring the platform back to ground level by themselves..
5. USING THE MACHINE 5.1 PRELIMINARY CHECKS Step 1. Visually inspect the machine to make sure that its various compo- nents do not show signs of damage. Pay special attention to the platform structure, mast unit and the front and rear wheel unit. Step 2.
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5. USING THE MACHINE 5.1 PRELIMINARY CHECKS Step 5. Ensure the spirit level is not damaged and that the air bubble is centred (the machine must be positioned on a perfectly flat surface). Step 6. Ensure the gates open inwards and close automatically. Step 7.
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5. USING THE MACHINE 5.1 PRELIMINARY CHECKS Step 8. Once inside the basket, check the operation of the hand-crank handle. To do so, pull the hand-crank handle. Once released, the handle should return to the lock position. Repeat this operation but, this time, turn the hand-crank clockwise with the handle pulled.
5. USING THE MACHINE 5.2 USING THE MACHINE Before using the machine please observe the following: 1. The machine MUST be used indoors and not exposed to wind. 2. The machine has been designed to operate at a wind speed of 0 m/s. 3.
5. USING THE MACHINE 5.3 USING THE MACHINE WHEN ELEVATION IS LOCKED Refer to section 4. DESCRIPTION OF MACHINE COMPONENTS for a description of the functionality of the capacity limiter and vertical extension lock. If the machine capacity limiter or vertical extension lock is activated, follow the instructions below: 5.3.1 ELEVATION LOCKED DUE TO EXCEEDING MAXIMUM PLATFORM CAPACITY If the platform has been overloaded and exceeding its maximum capacity of 125kg or, if further elevation is prevented because the platform has become trapped, then pull out the hand-crank handle and turn the hand-...
5. USING THE MACHINE 5.4 EMERGENCY LOWERING PROCEDURE Safety Device 1. Locking Claw 2. Outer Tube 3. Spring Loaded Trigger Step 1. Remove the safety device from it’s mounting point on the side of the mast. Step 2. Take the device in both hands and with one hand holding the locking claw, twist the outer tube anticlockwise to loosen the tube lock.
6. MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES NOTE: All maintenance procedures must be carried out by personnel who are trained and deemed fully competent to do The PUWER (The Provision and Use of Workplace Equipment Regulations 1998) stipulates that suppliers such as hire companies have a duty to ensure their equipment is maintained and serviced correctly. After delivery to site and under the supervision of the hirer it is their duty to ensure the equipment remains in a serviceable condition.
6. MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES 6.1.1 DAILY INSPECTIONS Check the operation of the front wheel brakes. Enter the platform and elevate it by 10 cm from the base unit (see point 10 in section 5.2 USING THE PLATFORM UNDER NORMAL CONDITIONS). From the platform, ask a colleague to check the engagement of the locking bars of the brake arms within the locking discs found on the rear of each front wheel.
6. MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES 6.1.1 DAILY INSPECTIONS Ensure the spirit level is intact and functional. IMPORTANT: do not use the platform if the spirit level is not intact or does not work properly. Quarantine the machine and report the fault. To check the hand-crank operation. Enter the platform (do not activate the handle from outside the basket).
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6. MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES The covers can be removed using a 4mm AF Allen key Loosen the 4 hex screws on the mast section cover under the tool tray (2 screws on the left side and 2 screws on the right side). See the figures on the side.
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6. MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES Lower the platform as described in point 12 of section 5.2 USING THE PLATFORM UNDER NORMAL CONDITIONS. Step out of the platform. Place the tooltray back on the mast section and tighten the 4 hex screws IMMA200 USE AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL REV.2 IQ LIFT PRO 7 ACTIV...
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6. MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES The table below lists some of the problems that might occur on a steel wire rope. In all instances only a trained maintenance engineer or the manufacturer should replace a faulty steel wire rope. Image Description Action required Steel wire rope in good condition No action required Helical deformation...
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6. MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES The table below lists some of the problems that might occur on a steel wire rope. In all instances only a trained maintenance engineer or the manufacturer should replace a faulty steel wire rope. Image Description Action required Wire protrusion Replace the wire rope if it has too Wire protrusion implies the separation of...
6. MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES The table below lists some of the problems that might occur on a steel wire rope. In all instances only a trained maintenance engineer or the manufacturer should replace a faulty steel wire rope. Image Description Action required Kinks Ropes with kinks must be replaced.
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6. MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES Item Description Instruction Image Check and tighten the M20 pin Check the tightening torque of of the wheel using a torque the front wheel bolts. wrench with a 500 N*m tightening torque. Check and tighten the M8 pin Check the tightening torque of of the sprocket using a torque the sprockets installed on the...
6. MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES 6.2 CRITICAL COMPONENT REPLACEMENT The table below describes the replacement frequency of the components not described in sections 6.1.2.1 Quarterly inspection of the steel wire rope, 6.1.2.2 Quarterly inspection of the retaining hook and 6.1.3 Six-monthly inspection. In all instances only a trained maintenance engineer or the manufacturer should replace a critical component.
7. TRANSPORTING, LOADING, MANOEUVRING & STORAGE 7.1 TRANSPORT INSTRUCTIONS The driver must make sure that the machine is locked and secured to the towing vehicle. The machine must always be transported with the wheels parallel to the ground. The procedures for loading, towing, handling and storing the machine are described below.
7. TRANSPORTING, LOADING, MANOEUVRING & STORAGE 7.3 MANOEUVRING THE MACHINE The operator must take appropriate safety measures to climb on the vehicle, handle the machine and tie it down. The operator must use the vertical outer handrails to push the machine, within the areas highlighted in green on the image below: 7.4 STORING Ensure the machine is lowered completely and protected against dust and dirt.
8. DECALS 8.2 DECAL SYMBOL MEANINGS Symbol Meaning Always use work positioning restraint harness when operating the machine. MAX 125kg Always use work positioning restraint harness when operating the machine. Machine platform weight capacity. Do not stand near or underneath the platform when the machine is being operated.
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8. DECALS 8.2 DECAL SYMBOL MEANINGS Symbol Meaning Always keep your body within the confines of the platform when operating or working at height Maximum wind speed allowed (0 km/h) This machine is to be operated indoors only. Read and fully understand the Use and Maintenance Handbook before attempting to use this machine.
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8. DECALS 8.2 DECAL SYMBOL MEANINGS Symbol Meaning Fork pocket above Tool tray capacity 1. Restraint harness attachment point. Capacity 1 person. 2. Restraint harness point are for work positioning restraints only. 3. Use of fall arrest systems may cause machine to tip, resulting in serious injury or death.
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