HSS Hire 70132/3 Operating & Safety Manual

Wheel the unit to the area where it is required and
lock the brake on each caster, make sure they are
always used.
Only park the unit on firm, level ground, DO NOT
use on slopes, soft ground or where there is a risk of one
or more leg subsiding.
The unit is controlled by the handset, to raise the
load press the right-hand button and to lower,
press the left-hand button.
When lowering the unit with a load, only use the
left-hand button.
If lowering the unit unloaded, you can use the
'dump' valve on the top of the handset. Simply raise
to lock open and release pressure, lower to lock closed.
Take great care when raising or lowering, practice
without a load until you are familiar with its
operation.
Because the unit is operated by compressed gas,
there is a degree of 'elasticity' in the system. That is
to say that when an elevated load is removed and
therefore the pressure on the unit is reduced, the
platform will spring up. Take great care when
removing an elevated load.
The load MUST be secured to the platform, DO
NOT presume that the load will 'keep itself in
place'. Use ratchet strapping, DO NOT use ropes or
elastic 'bungie' straps.
The load should be evenly distributed over the
platform area and must not exceed the unit' s safe
working load of 160kg.
Always position yourself so you can control the Lift
while staying clear of the elevated load.
Take your time and don't overdo it. You are more
likely to have an accident if you are tired or rushing.
EQUIPMENT CARE
Never push the equipment beyond its design
limits. If it will not do what you want with reasonable
ease and speed, assume you have the wrong tool for the
job. Contact your local HSS Lift & Shift Depot for advice.
Keep the equipment clean, you will find this less of a
chore if you clean it regularly, rather than wait until the
end of the hire period.
When not in use, store the equipment somewhere
clean, dry and safe from thieves and unauthorised users.
FINISHING OFF
Gently lower any elevated load and remove it from
the platform.
Close the cylinder valve and open the 'dump' valve
to release any stored pressure.
Detach the platform then disconnect the gas hose
at both the cylinder and the unit (see GETTING
STARTED). Coil the hoses onto the holder on the
base of the platform.
Fold and lock the legs by reversing the instruction
in GETTING STARTED. Give the Lift a final clean up
ready for return, to your local HSS Lift & Shift Depot.
Contact your local
Lift & Shift
0845 704 5116
...any comments?
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the information within this guide please fax your
comments or write to the Product Manager at the
address below
Fax: 0181-687 5001
©HSS Hire Service Group Plc 1999 No. LS18/01
Group Office: 25 Willow Lane, Mitcham, Surrey CR4 4TS
Web Site: http://www.hss-liftandshift.co.uk
Operating & Safety Guide LS18
Lift & Shift
Gas Operated
Lifts
A versatile gas operated lift, powered
by vapourised CO 2 , ideal where no
power supply is available and fuel
engine lifts cannot be used.
Code 70132/3