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HNGI-0202
Part Number: 10238441 R1
Revised: March 4, 2024
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  • Page 1 OSHA S-Line Elevator Platforms Bucket Elevators Assembly Manual HNGI-0202 Read this manual before using product. Failure to Part Number: 10238441 R1 follow instructions and safety precautions can Revised: March 4, 2024 result in serious injury, death, or property Original Instructions...
  • Page 2 New in this Manual The following changes have been made in this revision of the manual: Description Section Back cover updates with QR codes. Back cover Identity name update. All manual locations...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    OSHA S-LINE ELEVATOR PLATFORMS – BUCKET ELEVATORS CONTENTS 1. Safety............................... 5 1.1 Safety Alert Symbol and Signal Words..................5 1.2 General Safety Information....................... 5 1.3 Working At Height Safety......................6 1.4 Auxiliary Equipment Safety ....................... 6 1.5 Personal Protective Equipment....................7 1.6 Safety Equipment ........................
  • Page 4 OSHA S-LINE ELEVATOR PLATFORMS – BUCKET ELEVATORS 4.5.5 Assembling the Work Platform Base ............... 45 4.5.6 Assembling the Work Platform Basic Components..........46 4.5.7 Completing the Work Platform Assembly ............... 47 4.6 M16–M24 Installing the Distributor Platform ................ 48 4.6.1 Platform Top View With Dimensions............... 48 4.6.2 Assembling Platform Basic Components ..............

  • Page 5: Safety

    • Do not modify the OSHA S-Line elevator platforms in any way or deviate from the instructions in this manual without written permission from the manufacturer. Unauthorized modification or methods may impair the function and/or safety.

  • Page 6: Working At Height Safety

    Unapproved auxiliary equipment could cause performance issues or structural failure, and is not covered by warranty. • Do not install auxiliary equipment if the OSHA S-Line elevator platforms is not designed for use with it. Refer to the specific information provided in this manual for auxiliary equipment or check with AGI or your dealer for written approval, if necessary.

  • Page 7: Personal Protective Equipment

    OSHA S-LINE ELEVATOR PLATFORMS – BUCKET ELEVATORS 1. SAFETY 1.5. Personal Protective Equipment The following Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) should be worn when assembling the equipment. Safety Glasses • Wear safety glasses at all times to protect eyes from debris.

  • Page 8: Safety Decals

    1.7.2 Safety Decal Locations and Details Replicas of the safety decals that are attached to the OSHA S-Line elevator platforms and their messages are shown in the figure(s) that follow. Safe operation and use of the OSHA S-Line elevator platforms requires that you familiarize yourself with the various safety decals and the areas or particular functions that the decals apply to, as well as the safety precautions that must be taken to avoid serious injury, death, or damage.

  • Page 9: Platform Fall Hazard Danger Decal

    The Fall Hazard DANGER decal is pre-affixed to the platform side of platform safety gates in a visible location. If it is not, contact AGI to obtain a copy of this decal (Part Number K20106). Figure 1. Fall Hazard Danger Decal...

  • Page 10: Before You Begin

    • Perform assembly on a firm and level surface in an area large enough to allow access to all sides of the OSHA S-Line elevator platforms. • Ensure there is adequate space to remove the assembled OSHA S-Line elevator platforms from the assembly area.

  • Page 11: Critical Assembly Requirements

    2. Any boxed parts that become wet should be dried and stored in a new box that is moisture free. 3. Due to installation and use safety concerns, AGI does not recommend the use of oil on parts such as safety ladders.

  • Page 12: Platforms And Ladders Layout

    2. BEFORE YOU BEGIN OSHA S-LINE ELEVATOR PLATFORMS – BUCKET ELEVATORS 2.4. Platforms and Ladders Layout Preplan the bucket elevator platforms and ladders layout. Position platforms at appropriate interval distances. See the following figure. Figure 2. Prepare a Layout Plan Positioning Platforms at Appropriate Interval Distances...

  • Page 13: Preparation

    3. Preparation 3.1. Check the Shipment Unload the OSHA S-Line elevator platforms parts at the assembly site and compare the packing slip to the shipment contents. Ensure that all items have arrived and that none are damaged. Take pictures of shipments prior to, or just after, unloading if there are any damages.

  • Page 14: Assembly

    Always use the proper tools, rated lifting equipment, and lifting points for the job. • Do not stand on, under, or near any component that is not secured. • Always have two or more people assembling the OSHA S-Line elevator platforms. • Make sure you have sufficient lighting for the work area.

  • Page 15: General Platform Installation Requirements

    HNGI-0404 4.2.1 Platforms Hardware Assemble together the OSHA S-Line elevator platforms standard platforms using the supplied (Grade 5) 1/2″ x 1″ hex bolts with flange nuts and 3/8″ x 1″ hex bolts with flange nuts. Figure 4. Supplied Grade 5 Platform Assembly Hardware 3/8"...

  • Page 16: Installing Floor Planks

    4. ASSEMBLY OSHA S-LINE ELEVATOR PLATFORMS – BUCKET ELEVATORS 4.2.2 Installing Floor Planks Figure 5. Floor Plank Undersides Assembly 3/8" fl ange nut fl oor plank 90005027 3/8" x 1" hex bolt 90000031 HNGI-0012 Figure 6. Assembling Plank Ends to the Platform Base HNGI-0013 3/8"...

  • Page 17: Installing Ladder Brackets To Platform Handrails

    OSHA S-LINE ELEVATOR PLATFORMS – BUCKET ELEVATORS 4. ASSEMBLY 4.2.3 Installing Ladder Brackets to Platform Handrails 1. Install the ladder brackets to platform handrails as shown in the following figure. 2. Tighten all bolts. back top Elevator legs are not shown handrail in this view for clarity.

  • Page 18: Work Platform Installation Recommendations (All Models)

    (Supports are not supplied by AGI). Important AGI recommends temporarily supporting the topmost elevator legs, head assembly and work platform during platform assembly. Plumb and level the head assembly. Plumb and level the work platform and then temporarily support it until it is fully assembled to the elevator head and legs.

  • Page 19: M16-M24 Installing The Work Platform

    4.3.1 Platform Top View, Basic Dimensions M16–M24 platform basic top view dimensions for construction planning and layout. Note AGI recommends welding the main support channels to the elevator legs. Important Before installing the work platform read the entire manual section pertaining to this platform.

  • Page 20: Installing The Platform Brackets And Support Channels

    4. ASSEMBLY OSHA S-LINE ELEVATOR PLATFORMS – BUCKET ELEVATORS 4.3.2 Installing the Platform Brackets and Support Channels M16-M24 instructions for installing platform brackets between the elevator head and platform base channel. Note The M16–M24 work platform uses only two platform brackets.

  • Page 21: Mounting The Work Platform Base

    Plumb and level the head assembly. Plumb and level the work platform and then temporarily support it until it is fully assembled to the elevator head and legs. AGI recommends temporarily supporting the top elevator legs, head assembly, and platform throughout work platform assembly.
  • Page 22 4. ASSEMBLY OSHA S-LINE ELEVATOR PLATFORMS – BUCKET ELEVATORS 1. First, install the base side with the door to the work platform support channels. 2. Mount the platform base channels to the work platform support channels. a. Use 1/2″ x 1″ hex bolts and 1/2″ flanged hex nuts.

  • Page 23: Assembling The Work Platform Base

    4.3.4 Assembling the Work Platform Base M16–M24 Note AGI recommends welding the main support channels to the elevator legs. 1. Install the platform sections to the platform support channels as shown in the following figure. 2. Use the correct supplied hardware at each connection.

  • Page 24: Assembling Platform Basic Components

    4. ASSEMBLY OSHA S-LINE ELEVATOR PLATFORMS – BUCKET ELEVATORS 4.3.5 Assembling Platform Basic Components M16–M24 instructions for basic component assembly; it shows parts relative to assembly locations. 1. Use the correct supplied hardware at each connection. See the following figure and the previous page.

  • Page 25: Completing The Work Platform Assembly

    OSHA S-LINE ELEVATOR PLATFORMS – BUCKET ELEVATORS 4. ASSEMBLY 4.3.6 Completing the Work Platform Assembly M16–M24 1. Finish installing all handrails, ladders, and ladder brackets, and all components into correct positions. 2. Tighten all bolts. Figure 14. Example Completed Work Platform...

  • Page 26: M30-M36 Installing The Work Platform

    4.4.1 Platform Top View, Basic Dimensions Platform basic top view dimensions for construction planning and layout. Note AGI recommends welding the main support channels to the elevator legs. Important Before installing the work platform read the entire manual section pertaining to this platform.

  • Page 27: Raising The Head Onto Supports

    4.4.2 Raising the Head onto Supports Important It is necessary to temporarily support and stabilize the head and platform during platform assembly. AGI recommends using supports that raise the platform at least 18” (460 mm) up off the ground until the head platform is fully assembled.

  • Page 28: Installing The Platform Brackets And Support Channels

    Instructions for installing platform brackets between the elevator head and platform base channel. Important It is necessary to temporarily support and stabilize the head and platform during platform assembly. AGI recommends using supports that raise the platform at least 18” [460 mm] up off the ground until the head platform is fully assembled.

  • Page 29: Mounting The Work Platform Base

    Plumb and level the head assembly. Plumb and level the work platform and then temporarily support it until it is fully assembled to the elevator head and legs. AGI recommends temporarily supporting the top elevator legs, head assembly, and platform throughout work platform assembly.

  • Page 30: Assembling The Work Platform Base

    4.4.5 Assembling the Work Platform Base Important It is necessary to temporarily support and stabilize the head and platform during platform assembly. AGI recommends using at least (4) supports that raise the platform at least 18” [460 mm] up off the ground until the head platform is fully assembled.
  • Page 31 OSHA S-LINE ELEVATOR PLATFORMS – BUCKET ELEVATORS 4. ASSEMBLY Figure 20. Install the Platform Base to the Support Channels (Right Hand Drive shown) back platform attachment bracket base middle 10337428 section 10323697 base, drive side 10323696 main support channel weldment...

  • Page 32: Installing Platform Braces And Install Platform Brace Brackets To Legs

    4. ASSEMBLY OSHA S-LINE ELEVATOR PLATFORMS – BUCKET ELEVATORS 4.4.6 Installing Platform Braces and Install Platform Brace Brackets to Legs M30–M36 1. Use the following hardware to make the connections called for in the next (2) steps: (1) 3/8" x 1" hex bolt, (1) 3/8"...
  • Page 33 OSHA S-LINE ELEVATOR PLATFORMS – BUCKET ELEVATORS 4. ASSEMBLY 4. Wrap the brace bracket assemblies around each leg. After wrapping around the leg, join brace brackets at each bolt hole location. Figure 23. Assemble Together the Platform Brace Brackets and the Platform Brace 12″...

  • Page 34: Assembling Platform Basic Components

    4. ASSEMBLY OSHA S-LINE ELEVATOR PLATFORMS – BUCKET ELEVATORS 4.4.7 Assembling Platform Basic Components M30–M36 instructions for basic component assembly and shows parts relative to assembly locations. 1. Use the correct supplied hardware at each connection. See the following figure and the previous page.

  • Page 35: Completing The Work Platform Assembly

    OSHA S-LINE ELEVATOR PLATFORMS – BUCKET ELEVATORS 4. ASSEMBLY 4.4.8 Completing the Work Platform Assembly M30–M36 1. Finish installing all handrails, ladders, and ladder brackets, and all components into correct positions. 2. Tighten all bolts. Figure 25. Example Completed Work Platform...

  • Page 36: M42-M48 Installing The Work Platform

    4.5.1 Platform Top View, Basic Dimensions Platform basic top view dimensions for construction planning and layout. Note AGI recommends welding the main support channels to the elevator legs. Important Before installing the work platform read the entire manual section pertaining to this platform.
  • Page 37 OSHA S-LINE ELEVATOR PLATFORMS – BUCKET ELEVATORS 4. ASSEMBLY Figure 27. Work Platform Top View Basic Dimensions: 20″ (508 mm) Leg Design-Width (DW) Work Platform (Right Hand Drive shown) 183-3/4" (4667 mm) 50-3/16" (1275 mm) 117-3/16" (2977 mm) 28-3/4" PLATFORM...
  • Page 38 4. ASSEMBLY OSHA S-LINE ELEVATOR PLATFORMS – BUCKET ELEVATORS Figure 28. Work Platform Top View Basic Dimensions: 26″ (660 mm) Leg Design-Width (DW) Work Platform (Right Hand Drive shown) 183-3/4" (4667 mm) 50-3/16" (1275 mm) 122-7/16" (3110 mm) 34" PLATFORM...
  • Page 39 OSHA S-LINE ELEVATOR PLATFORMS – BUCKET ELEVATORS 4. ASSEMBLY Figure 29. Work Platform Top View Basic Dimensions: 30″ (762 mm) Leg Design-Width (DW) Work Platform 10238441 R1...

  • Page 40: Raising The Head Onto Supports

    4.5.2 Raising the Head onto Supports Important It is necessary to temporarily support and stabilize the head and platform during platform assembly. AGI recommends using supports that raise the platform at least 18” (460 mm) up off the ground until the head platform is fully assembled.

  • Page 41: Installing The Platform Brackets And Support Channels

    OSHA S-LINE ELEVATOR PLATFORMS – BUCKET ELEVATORS 4. ASSEMBLY 4.5.3 Installing the Platform Brackets and Support Channels Instructions for installing platform brackets between the elevator head and platform base channel. Important Before installing the work platform, read and understand the entire Work Platform manual section.
  • Page 42 4. ASSEMBLY OSHA S-LINE ELEVATOR PLATFORMS – BUCKET ELEVATORS 1. Install mounting brackets to the front and back of the head where the head assembly connects with the legs. Use the supplied 3/8” hex bolts and flange nuts. Figure 32. Mounting Bracket Locations for M48 and M42 Models...
  • Page 43 OSHA S-LINE ELEVATOR PLATFORMS – BUCKET ELEVATORS 4. ASSEMBLY 2. Make sure the mounting channels are in the correct orientation. Note When installing mounting channels, orientate the mounting channel flanges for each so they face in opposite directions. Use 1/2” hex bolts and flange nuts at all mounting channels/brackets connection holes.

  • Page 44: Mounting The Work Platform Base

    Plumb and level the head assembly. Plumb and level the work platform and then temporarily support it until it is fully assembled to the elevator head and legs. AGI recommends temporarily supporting the top elevator legs, head assembly, and platform throughout work platform assembly.

  • Page 45: Assembling The Work Platform Base

    4.5.5 Assembling the Work Platform Base Important It is necessary to temporarily support and stabilize the head and platform during platform assembly. AGI recommends using at least (4) supports that raise the platform at least 18″ (460 mm) up off the ground until the head platform is fully assembled.

  • Page 46: Assembling The Work Platform Basic Components

    4. ASSEMBLY OSHA S-LINE ELEVATOR PLATFORMS – BUCKET ELEVATORS 4.5.6 Assembling the Work Platform Basic Components Instructions for basic component assembly; shows parts relative to assembly locations. 1. Use the correct supplied hardware at each connection. See the following figure and the previous page.

  • Page 47: Completing The Work Platform Assembly

    OSHA S-LINE ELEVATOR PLATFORMS – BUCKET ELEVATORS 4. ASSEMBLY 4.5.7 Completing the Work Platform Assembly M42–M48 1. Finish installing all handrails, ladders, and ladder brackets, and all components into correct positions. 2. Tighten all bolts. Figure 37. Example Completed Work Platform...

  • Page 48: M16-M24 Installing The Distributor Platform

    4. ASSEMBLY OSHA S-LINE ELEVATOR PLATFORMS – BUCKET ELEVATORS 4.6. M16–M24 Installing the Distributor Platform 4.6.1 Platform Top View With Dimensions M16–M24 platform basic top view dimensions for construction planning and layout. Note The figure on this page shows the platform configuration for a Right Hand platform. Components arrangement is reversed for a Left Hand drive.

  • Page 49: Assembling Platform Basic Components

    OSHA S-LINE ELEVATOR PLATFORMS – BUCKET ELEVATORS 4. ASSEMBLY 4.6.2 Assembling Platform Basic Components M16–M24 instructions for basic component assembly; it shows parts relative to assembly locations. 1. See the following figure and the previous page. Use the correct supplied hardware at each connection.

  • Page 50: Completing The Distributor Platform Assembly

    4. ASSEMBLY OSHA S-LINE ELEVATOR PLATFORMS – BUCKET ELEVATORS 4.6.3 Completing the Distributor Platform Assembly M16–M24 1. Position the platform at the pre-planned necessary height for this installation. 2. Assemble together the support channels and distributor platform brackets around the elevator leg sections.
  • Page 51 OSHA S-LINE ELEVATOR PLATFORMS – BUCKET ELEVATORS 4. ASSEMBLY Important Threaded rods MUST be tightened so they securely LOCK the platform into location! Note Use 1/2” flat washers at ALL platform support channels slotted-hole connections. 5. Install the leg casing angles and side platform rails to the inside rails.

  • Page 52: M30-M36 Installing The Distributor Platform

    4. ASSEMBLY OSHA S-LINE ELEVATOR PLATFORMS – BUCKET ELEVATORS 4.7. M30–M36 Installing the Distributor Platform 4.7.1 Platform Top View With Dimensions Platform basic top view dimensions for construction planning and layout. Note The figure on this page shows the platform configuration for a Right Hand platform. Components arrangement is reversed for a Left Hand drive.

  • Page 53: Assembling Platform Basic Components

    OSHA S-LINE ELEVATOR PLATFORMS – BUCKET ELEVATORS 4. ASSEMBLY 4.7.2 Assembling Platform Basic Components M30–M36 instructions for basic component assembly; it shows parts relative to assembly locations. 1. See the following figure and the previous page. Use the correct supplied hardware at each connection.

  • Page 54: Completing The Distributor Platform Assembly

    4. ASSEMBLY OSHA S-LINE ELEVATOR PLATFORMS – BUCKET ELEVATORS 4.7.3 Completing the Distributor Platform Assembly M30–M36 1. Position the platform at the pre-planned necessary height for this installation. 2. Assemble together the support channels and distributor platform brackets around the elevator leg sections.
  • Page 55 OSHA S-LINE ELEVATOR PLATFORMS – BUCKET ELEVATORS 4. ASSEMBLY Important Threaded rods MUST be tightened so they securely LOCK the platform into location! Note Use 1/2” flat washers at ALL platform support channels slotted-hole connections. 5. Install the leg casing angles and side platform rails to the inside rails.

  • Page 56: M42-M48 Installing The Distributor Platform

    4. ASSEMBLY OSHA S-LINE ELEVATOR PLATFORMS – BUCKET ELEVATORS 4.8. M42–M48 Installing the Distributor Platform 4.8.1 Platform Top View With Dimensions M16–M24 platform basic top view dimensions for construction planning and layout. Note The figure on this page shows the platform configuration for a Right Hand platform. Components arrangement is reversed for a Left Hand drive.

  • Page 57: Assembling Platform Basic Components

    OSHA S-LINE ELEVATOR PLATFORMS – BUCKET ELEVATORS 4. ASSEMBLY 4.8.2 Assembling Platform Basic Components Instructions for basic component assembly. Note Use 3/8” x 1 1/4” hex bolts and 3/8” flange nuts (typical). Use 1/2” hex bolts and flange nuts at all structural frame component connections.

  • Page 58: Completing The Distributor Platform Assembly

    4. ASSEMBLY OSHA S-LINE ELEVATOR PLATFORMS – BUCKET ELEVATORS 4.8.3 Completing the Distributor Platform Assembly 1. Position the platform at the pre-planned necessary height for this installation. 2. Assemble together the support channels and distributor platform brackets around the elevator leg sections.
  • Page 59 OSHA S-LINE ELEVATOR PLATFORMS – BUCKET ELEVATORS 4. ASSEMBLY 4. Install the leg casing angles and side platform rails to the inside rails. 5. Install the threaded rods between these angles on both sides of each leg. 6. Finish installing all handrails, ladders, and ladder brackets, and all components into correct positions.

  • Page 60: Installing The Rest Platform

    4. ASSEMBLY OSHA S-LINE ELEVATOR PLATFORMS – BUCKET ELEVATORS 4.9. Installing the Rest Platform 4.9.1 M16–M36 Platform Top View, Basic Dimensions M16–M36 rest platform basic top view dimensions for construction planning and layout. Note The rest platform is shipped pre-assembled and will appear similar to the platform in the following figure.

  • Page 61: M42-M48 Platform Top View, Basic Dimensions

    OSHA S-LINE ELEVATOR PLATFORMS – BUCKET ELEVATORS 4. ASSEMBLY 4.9.2 M42–M48 Platform Top View, Basic Dimensions Rest platform basic top view dimensions for construction planning and layout. Note The rest platform is shipped pre-assembled and will appear similar to the platform in the following figure.

  • Page 62: Positioning The Platform Walk Surface At The Necessary End

    4. ASSEMBLY OSHA S-LINE ELEVATOR PLATFORMS – BUCKET ELEVATORS 4.9.3 Positioning the Platform Walk Surface at the Necessary End This section illustrates the reversible walk surface assembly. Figure 52. Position the Walk Surface at the Correct End for Your Platform Installation 3/8"...

  • Page 63: Assembling The Rest Platform Basic Components

    OSHA S-LINE ELEVATOR PLATFORMS – BUCKET ELEVATORS 4. ASSEMBLY 4.9.4 Assembling The Rest Platform Basic Components Instructions for basic component assembly showing parts relative to assembly locations. Important Use the 3/8″ flat washers (A) at slotted holes. 1. See the following explosion drawing. Install bolts loose. Wait to tighten these until the handrails are fully assembled.
  • Page 64 4. ASSEMBLY OSHA S-LINE ELEVATOR PLATFORMS – BUCKET ELEVATORS Figure 53. Rest Platform Basic Components Exploded View The following parts are not 3/8″ x 20″ shown in this view for clarity: threaded rod • cage extension strap 90100454 back connection rail...

  • Page 65: Installing The Safety Gate

    OSHA S-LINE ELEVATOR PLATFORMS – BUCKET ELEVATORS 4. ASSEMBLY 4.9.5 Installing the Safety Gate Note The ladder safety gate comes pre-assembled but is reversible for use in Right Hand or Left Hand situations. 1. Determine whether Right Hand or Left Hand assembly is required.

  • Page 66: Installing The Rest Platform To The Elevator At Base To Leg Flanges Locations

    4. ASSEMBLY OSHA S-LINE ELEVATOR PLATFORMS – BUCKET ELEVATORS 4.9.6 Installing the Rest Platform to the Elevator at Base to Leg Flanges Locations Note Pre-read the instructions in this manual section before installing the rest platform to the elevator legs.
  • Page 67 OSHA S-LINE ELEVATOR PLATFORMS – BUCKET ELEVATORS 4. ASSEMBLY 2. Remove the elevator legs spacer angle at the platform base level and replace it with the platform base back bottom side. 3. Raise the platform assembly up to the side platform angles and install the side platform angles to the back top handrail.
  • Page 68 4. ASSEMBLY OSHA S-LINE ELEVATOR PLATFORMS – BUCKET ELEVATORS 4. Use the elevator legs spacer angle existing hardware to install the platform base back bottom side. Figure 57. Installing the Platform Base Back Bottom Side to the Leg Flanges elevator fl...
  • Page 69 OSHA S-LINE ELEVATOR PLATFORMS – BUCKET ELEVATORS 4. ASSEMBLY 5. Assemble the platform to the elevator legs and securely tighten all platform to elevator legs hardware. Figure 58. Installing the Platform to the Elevator Legs, Installing the Ladders Important Use 3/8” fl at washers at slotted holes.

  • Page 70: Installing The Rest Platform To The Elevator At Intermediate Leg Locations Using Flange Offset Locator Assemblies

    4. ASSEMBLY OSHA S-LINE ELEVATOR PLATFORMS – BUCKET ELEVATORS 4.9.7 Installing the Rest Platform to the Elevator at Intermediate Leg Locations using Flange Offset Locator Assemblies This section offers instructions for installing the rest platform to the elevator at a leg intermediate location.
  • Page 71 OSHA S-LINE ELEVATOR PLATFORMS – BUCKET ELEVATORS 4. ASSEMBLY 4. Stand facing the side of the leg that the rest platform will connect to. 5. Hold a locator angle up against one of the legs. 6. Insert the 3/8” x 22” threaded rods into the locator angle. Place a threaded rod on each side of the leg.
  • Page 72 4. ASSEMBLY OSHA S-LINE ELEVATOR PLATFORMS – BUCKET ELEVATORS 8. Bring the previously assembled locator angles and 3/8” x 22” threaded rod assemblies to the platform assembly on the ground before it is raised for installation to the elevator legs.
  • Page 73 OSHA S-LINE ELEVATOR PLATFORMS – BUCKET ELEVATORS 4. ASSEMBLY Important Maintain crane rigging connection and tension until all threaded rod nuts are adequately tightened. 13. Measure twice and make certain the inner threaded rods are a little less than D1 distance apart and the outer threaded rods are a little greater than E distance apart.

  • Page 74: Installing Ladders And Cages

    4. ASSEMBLY OSHA S-LINE ELEVATOR PLATFORMS – BUCKET ELEVATORS 4.10. Installing Ladders and Cages Before climbing on ladders or using any platforms: • Check that all ladders to legs installation is complete. • Check that all ladders are completely motion-free and immovable after installation is complete! •...
  • Page 75 OSHA S-LINE ELEVATOR PLATFORMS – BUCKET ELEVATORS 4. ASSEMBLY Installing Ladder Clip and Bolt Assemblies 1. Use ladder clips to connect ladder brackets and ladder cages to ladders. 2. Follow the instructions on the next page and in the assembly instructions for this equipment for correct ladder bracket spacing.
  • Page 76 4. ASSEMBLY OSHA S-LINE ELEVATOR PLATFORMS – BUCKET ELEVATORS Installing Ladders to Ladder Brackets and Legs 1. Use 3/8” x 1” hex bolts and 3/8” serrated flange nuts to assemble the ladder bracket to the spacer angle. 2. Install at least one ladder bracket per every 10’ (3048 mm) of ladder run.

  • Page 77: Correct Ladder Placement At The Platform Location

    OSHA S-LINE ELEVATOR PLATFORMS – BUCKET ELEVATORS 4. ASSEMBLY 4.10.2 Correct Ladder Placement at the Platform Location Important OSHA 1910.23(d)(4) states “The side rails of through or sidestep ladders extend 42 inches (1.1 m) above the top of the access level or landing platform served by the ladder.”...

  • Page 78: Installing Cages, General Assembly

    4. ASSEMBLY OSHA S-LINE ELEVATOR PLATFORMS – BUCKET ELEVATORS 4.10.3 Installing Cages, General Assembly Before climbing on ladders or using any platforms: • Check that all ladders to legs installation is complete. • Check that all ladders are completely motion-free and immovable after installation is complete.
  • Page 79 OSHA S-LINE ELEVATOR PLATFORMS – BUCKET ELEVATORS 4. ASSEMBLY Figure 69. Positioning D-Rings and Typical Cages Assembly Typical Ladder Cage Assembly Standard, Double, and Flared D-Rings DOUBLE D-RING 10’ (3048 mm) used to join cage sections together cage STANDARD D-RING FLARED D-RING 10’...

  • Page 80: Installing Cage Extension Straps Between Bottom Flared Cages And Handrails

    4. ASSEMBLY OSHA S-LINE ELEVATOR PLATFORMS – BUCKET ELEVATORS 4.10.4 Installing Cage Extension Straps Between Bottom Flared Cages and Handrails 1. Disconnect the uprights from the cage run bottom flared D-ring. 2. Hang cage extension straps from the bottom flared D-ring, Install uprights to the straps and flared D-ring.

  • Page 81: Maintenance

    • Remove any buildup of organic materials on the galvanized surfaces as they produce acids that could cause damage to the galvanized coating. • Check the horizontal surfaces of the OSHA S-Line elevator platforms for any rain water ponding. Dry and correct the source of ponding immediately.

  • Page 82: Appendix

    6. APPENDIX OSHA S-LINE ELEVATOR PLATFORMS – BUCKET ELEVATORS 6. Appendix 6.1. Bolt Torque Table 1 gives the correct torque values for various hardware. Tighten all bolts to the torque specified, unless otherwise noted. Check tightness periodically, using Table 1 as a guide.

  • Page 83: Warranty

    OSHA S-LINE ELEVATOR PLATFORMS – BUCKET ELEVATORS 7. WARRANTY 7. Warranty AGI (the Company) makes the following warranty to the initial retail purchaser of its products (the Customer). Materials and Workmanship The Company warrants products manufactured by it to be free from defects in materials and workmanship in normal use and service for a period of one (1) year after date of delivery to the Customer.
  • Page 84 AGI is a leading provider of equipment solutions for agriculture bulk commodities including seed, fertilizer, grain, and feed systems with a growing platform in providing equipment and solutions for food processing facilities. AGI has manufacturing facilities in Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, Brazil, South Africa, India and Italy and distributes its products globally.

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