Skysafe: Modular Suspended Platforms & Knockdown Suspended Platforms
Skysafe: Modular Suspended Platforms & Knockdown Suspended Platforms
400S
4. ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
4.1 Assembly of Knockdown Components into Modular Sections
4.2 Assembly of Rigid Modular Sections
4.3 Corner Sections
4.4 Assembly of End Stirrups and Hoists
4.5 Assembly of Intermediate Stirrups and Hoists
4.6 Assembly of Workcage Stirrups and Hoists
4.7 Assembly of End Frames
4.8 Assembly of Bumper Rollers
4.9 Installation of Swivel Casters for End Stirrups
4.10 Installation of Swivel Casters for Intermediate Stirrups
4.11 Set Up of Primary and Secondary Wire Ropes
4.12 Set-up of Outriggers and Counterweight Systems
4.13 Assembly of the Windbasket
Safety advice
Possible consequence
Symbol Code word Meaning of non-compliance
IMMEDIATE or
WARNING possibly imminent Fatal or serious injuries!
danger:
Other Advice
Instruction for
(none) documentation in writing (none)
(i.e. record keeping)
End Stirrup
6’-4” (2 m) Knockdown Platform Ass’y for Tirak Hoist
PKR1700D (KD01) STMSTE01 (ES01)
comprised of 1 – 9’-8” (3 m) Deck Section
PKR1810D
2 – 9’-8” (3 m)Side Section
PKR1850D
3’-0” (1 m) Knockdown
Platform Ass’y End Frame
PKR1600D (KD01) PMR0030B (EF02)
1 –6’-4” (2 m) Deck Section PKR1710D
comprised of
2 –6’-4” (2 m) Side Sections PKR1750D
End Frame
Full ‘C’ Stirrup for PMR0030B (EF02)
Tirak Hoist
PMR0260D (IS02)
2 Piece Workcage Stirrup
for Tirak Hoist
PMR0720D (WCS02)
15˚ Corner Section 30˚ Corner Section 45˚ Corner Section 60˚Corner Section 90˚ Corner Section 1’-9” (0.5 m)
PMR0004D (AS15) PMR0005D (AS30) PMR0006D (AS45) PMR0007D (AS60) PMR0008D (AS90) Modular Platform
Section
Note: All Corner Sections are supplied with 4 removable “H” Bracket Connectors and 8 Gravity Lock Pins on Lanyards. PMR1600D (MP03)
A “U” Frame must be ordered if connecting a Corner Section to a Knockdown Platform.
YOUR DUTY TO UNDERSTAND AND COMPLY. 12. After each de-rigging and before re-rigging, the platform
must be inspected by a competent person familiar with
1. It is the responsibility of the rigger’s and the operator’s, the platform and professionally trained for the purpose.
and their employer’s responsibility, if they operate under
13. Inspection by persons authorized by Tractel is
an employer’s control, to strictly conform to the following
to be carried out once every six months or every
warnings.
200 hours. A signed a dated inspection record
2. It is imperative for safety and efficiency of operations should be maintained.
that this manual be read and fully understood by the
14. The manufacturer declines any responsibility for
rigger and the operator before rigging or operating the
consequences of repairs or modifications brought out of
platform. All instructions contained herein must be
its control to the product, specially by replacement of
carefully and strictly followed, including applicable
original parts or repair by another manufacturer.
Tractel safety guidelines.
3. Should you hand over a platform under whatever YOUR DUTY TO TRAIN AND CONTROL PEOPLE.
conditions, to any party operating out of your control, you
must attach a clean copy of this manual and draw to other Compliance with safety rules extends to rigging
party’s attention that strictly following all the instructions operations which must be carried out only after securing
therein is a matter of life or death. safe conditions of operation as per safety regulations and
4. Before rigging and operating this platform, the rigger and requirements.
the operator must become aware of all the requirements
of federal, state, provincial and local safety regulations not 15. An operator must not be assigned to a suspended job or
only applicable to the platform but also to the entire to rigging for a suspended job, or to de-rigging after the
suspended scaffold system and any component of it. job, if that person is not:
5. Never use the scaffold platform for any job other than a) mentally and physically fit for the purpose especially at
lifting personnel on suspended scaffold according to the heights.
instructions of this manual. b) competent for the job to be performed.
6. Never load the platform above its rated load. c) familiar with the scaffold equipment as rigged.
e) professionally trained for working under the above
YOUR DUTY TO INSPECT AND MAINTAIN.
requirements.
Except for the operations described in this manual, the
7. Keep this manual available at all times for easy reference
maintenance of the platform unit, as wells as repair, must
whenever required. Extra copies are available from Tractel
be exclusively done by repairers authorized by Tractel.
and/or your equipment.
Spare parts used for all equipment must be exclusively in
8. Carefully take notice of all the labels affixed to the accordance with the serial number of each product. No
platform. Never rig or operate the platform if any label, substitutions are allowed.
normally fixed on it is obscured or missing. Replacement
16. Never let the platform or other components of a
labels are available form Tractel and/or your equipment
suspended scaffold system be managed or operated by
supplier.
any person other than authorized and assigned to the
9. Every time the platform is to be rigged or used, check that job. Keep the equipment, either rigged or unrigged, out of
the platform, hoists, wire ropes and other components of reach of unauthorized persons, while out of operation.
the suspended scaffold system are complete and in good
17. Training operators and riggers includes setting up rescue
working condition, prior to proceeding.
procedure should a scaffold be brought to a standstill
10. A careful and regular inspection of the platform hoists, during a job. Such procedure must be set up by a
wire ropes and other components of the installation is part competent person of the user, or its technical consultant,
of the safety requirements. If you have a question, call according to the working conditions, prior to putting the
Tractel and/or your equipment supplier. equipment into operation.
11. Maintenance may only be carried out by personnel 18. Every suspended job must be placed under the control of
authorized by Tractel. A signed a dated inspection record a person having the required competence and authority
should be maintained. for checking that all the instructions prescribed by this
manual be regularly and efficiently carried out.
The Skysafe equipment has been specially designed to be fitted Never neglect means to improve safety. Due to the risks
with Tirak hoists. inherent in the use of suspended scaffolding, it is strongly
As being only one piece of a scaffold system, the platform recommended that every installation be equipped with
can contribute to the required safety only if: secondary wire rope(s) fitted with a separate fall arrest
system, anchored to a safe separate point of the building
19. Compatibility of other brands of hoists has been verified & structure.
approved by Tractel engineering department.
20. It is fitted on compatible equipment. This manual is neither a regulations compliance
manual nor a general training guide on a suspended
21. Other components meet the requirements of the applicable scaffold operations. You must refer to proper
safety regulations and requirements, are of the proper instructions delivered by manufacturers of the other
quality, assembled to form a safe and efficient suspended pieces of equipment included in your suspended
scaffold system and are approved by Tractel engineering scaffold installation. Whenever calculations and
department specific rigging and handling are involved, the operator
22. Every upper support of the scaffold is stable, sufficiently should be professionally trained to that end and secure
strong and properly tied back to the structure, according to relevant information prior to commencing such work.
the load either static or dynamic.
23. The supporting structure and tie-backs, are required to
withstand every load to be applied, either static or dynamic,
during rigging or operating the scaffold equipment.
24. All the requirements in strength and resistance are obtained
with the necessary safety coefficients (see regulations and
professional standards).
25. All the calculations, design and subsequent work necessary
to meet the above requirements have been made by a
competent person on the basis of proper technical
information regarding the site.
26. Once the suspended platform has been lifted off its initial
support (ground or any other level), it is imperative not to
release, remove, alter or obstruct any part of the equipment
under load.
27. NEVER allow any condition which would result in a
suspension wire rope becoming SLACK during the
operation unless:
a) the suspended platform is safely supported on a safe
surface giving a safe access to the operator in compliance
with safety regulations.
b) or unless another suspension wire rope has been safely
rigged to the suspension platform.
28. Never operate a platform and its accessories, especially
electric ones, in a potentially explosive atmosphere.
29. For any job to be performed on the suspended equipment,
consider and control the specific risks related to the nature
of the job.
30. Should you decide that this platform is no longer to be used,
take precautions in disposing of it so that it cannot be used
any more.
31. The manufacturer declines any responsibility for any
special rigging or structural combinations beyond the
descriptions of this manual.
32. The manufacturer declines any responsibility for any
other use of the platforms, than described in this
manual.
WARNING:
Note: Tape the Ball Lock Pin to the side rail to prevent it The 1/2 m and 1 m and Corner Platforms are not
from coming loose during shipping. UL classified components. These platforms
support 250lbs. Maximum (ONE PERSON) for the
specific working conditions under which they are
to be used.
WARNING: All above units must be used with two point suspension systems!
denotes standard modular length in meters 3.1.2 Platform with Intermediate Stirrups
denotes intermediate stirrup
Rigid KD
denotes maximum Nominal Lengths (imperial) (imperial) (metric)
cantilever length
allowed at both ends Platform length: 19’-4” 19’-6” (6 m)
WARNING: All above units must be used with two point suspension systems!
Note: The Workcage stirrup has been designed to work only with the 3’- 0" (1 m)
or the 6’ - 4" (2 m) platform.
*Hoist weight assumed to be 125 lb. (57 kg) ea., two hoists per platform
For self-weight of the platform deduct 250 lbs. (114kg).
** rated load equally distributed across the platform (see Fig. 4)
29”
737mm
CAUTION
Total of platform weight & live load to be placed
on platform shall not exceed rated load of hoists. 28”
39 3/4” - 1010mm
711mm
Fig. 4
32 1/2” - 826mm
Platform Length
STMSTE01 (ES01)
rated load
equally distributed
Note: The rated load should be located in the center PMR0331D (ES02)
of the platform and distributed over a length of
at least 6’-4” (2m). (see Fig. 4 above) Model Number Description Lbs. Kg.
If the load is offset toward a hoist, do not let it
exceed the rated load of the hoist less half the STMSTE01 (ES01) Stagemod End Stirrup 55 25
self-weight of the platform from the above PMR0331D (ES02) Universal End Stirrup 46 21
table.
*Hoist weight assumed to be 125 lb. (57 kg) ea., two hoists per platform.
For self-weight of the platform deduct 250 lbs. (114kg).
** Rated load of the platform is the applied load on the center section + the two cantilever sections.
CAUTION
Model Number Description Lbs. Kg.
Total of platform weight & live load to be
PMR0400D (ISS01) Short “C” Stirrup 86 lbs. (39kg)
placed on platform shall not exceed rated
PMR0260D (IS02) “C” Stirrup 111 lbs. (51kg)
load of hoists.
Fig. 5
19’-6" to 58’-10" (6 m to 18 m)
12’-10" to 49’-0" (4 m to 15 m)
6’-4” (2 m) or longer
36 7/8” - 937mm
39” - 991mm
81 32”
3m
m
78” - 1981mm
500 lbs.(230 kg) Load on center 500 lbs.(230 kg)
maximum load on section equally maximum load on
PMR0400D (ISS01)
a cantilever section distributed a cantilever section
6’-4” (2m) 423 (192) 426 (194) 500 (227) Maximum working load: 500 lbs. (227 kg)
*Hoist weight assumed to be 125 lb. (57 kg) ea. one hoist
per workcage.
For self-weight of the platform deduct 125 lbs. (57kg).
NOTE: The rated load should be equally distributed
across the center of the platform.
92”
362mm
CAUTION
Total of platform weight & live load to be placed ”
5/8
32 mm
on platform shall not exceed rated load of hoists. 82
9
Options
• Stand-off wheels PMR0720D (WCS02),
PMR1700D (MP03) OR
PKR1700D (KD01)
and
2 PMR0030B (EF02)
PMR0720D (WCS02) &
PMR1600D (MP03) OR
PKR1600D (KD01)
and
2 PMR0030B (EF02)
U-Frame Connector
U-Frame Adapter
model PMR0041C
align holes and secure
ball lock pin Cross section
side
section U-frame Connector
PMR0041C
deck
Gravity Lock Pin
PIN0002B
Knockdown Component
Assembly Details
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4.2 ASSEMBLY OF RIGID MODULAR SECTIONS
Fig. 8 H-bracket at
midrail location Close-up of the
H- Bracket
PMR0025B
PMR0025B
Cross Section
H-bracket at bottom
rail location H – bracket
PMR0025B
closed
Module Connection Detail
Fig. 9
Inside Gravity Lock Pin
of
platform
H-bracket
Gravity Lock Pin to be
vertical - as shown
H-Connector/Gravity Lock Pin Connection Details
WARNING:
Corner sections are not UL classified components.
WARNING:
*When using Corner Sections with Skysafe Modular
Knockdown Platforms, the connection of the
components is ONLY permitted with “U” Frame
Connector model PMR0041C.
Platform Section
a. Align the stirrup pin holes. Insert four gravity lock pins
from the inside of the platform. Do not hammer or force
the pins into place.
b. Use only the supplied 5/8 inch diameter gravity lock pins.
Make sure that the pins are not worn, bent or otherwise
damaged. Never substitute alternative pins or bolts.
c. After each pin is installed, ensure that the gravity lock is
rotated facing down vertically to prevent the pin from
dislodging. (see fig. 9, page 15)
d. Bring a hoist to the top of the end stirrup.
e. Attach the hoist to the stirrup using mounting hardware
provided by your supplier.
f. The saddle mounts the hoist controls inbound to the stage.
See fig. 14 & 16
Fig. 14
Fig. 13
Universal End
Universal End Stirrup Stirrup
Outside and Left View Inside and Right
View
STMSTE01 (ES01)
Fig. 15 Fig. 16
a. Align the stirrup pin holes. Insert four gravity lock pins from
the inside of the platform. Do not hammer or force the pins
into place.
b. Use only the supplied 5/8 inch diameter gravity lock pins.
Make sure that the pins are not worn, bent or otherwise
damaged. Never substitute alternative pins or bolts.
c. After each pin is installed, ensure that the gravity lock is
rotated closed and nearest to vertical to prevent the pin
from dislodging (see Fig. 9, page 15).
d. Bring a hoist to the top of the end stirrup.
e. Attach the hoist to the stirrup using mounting hardware
provided by your supplier.
f. The saddle mounts the hoist controls inbound to the stage.
See fig. 18 & 20.
Fig. 17 Fig. 18
STMSTE01 (ES01)
Fig. 19 Fig. 20
Fig. 21
5
4 4
1 2
3
2
2
1
PMR0400D (ISS01) PMR0260D (IS02)
Fig. 23
5
4
4
3
2
1 3
2
2
1
PMR0400D (ISS01) PMR0260D (IS02)
Fig. 25
5
3 7
4
PMR0720D (WCS02)
2
1
A platform using the Workcage Stirrup consists of one modular A platform with Intermediate or Workcage Stirrups requires
section of either 6’-4” (2 m) or 3’-0” (1m) in length only. that the platform be enclosed with end frames for safety
The capacity for the platform is 500 lbs. (225kg). a. The end frames are connected to the platform ends with
a. If not already assembled, bolt the two-part stirrup together four gravity lock pins (7). Align the pin holes (8).
with the two supplied 3/4 inch-10 UNC x 5 inch long SAE b. Insert the lock pins from the inside of the platform. Do
grade 5 or better bolts and lock washers. not hammer or force the pins into place.
b. Lift the platform section onto the stirrup. Center the section. c. Use only the supplied 5/8 inch diameter gravity lock
c. Clamp the horizontal members (1) of the stirrup to the two pins. Make sure that the pins are not worn, bent, or
bottom rails of the modular section with the four threaded otherwise damaged. Never substitute alternative pins or
clamp plates and 3/8 inch-16 UNC x 1-1/2 inch long SAE bolts.
grade 5 or better bolts. d. After each pin is installed ensure that the gravity lock is
d. Clamp the upright (3) of the intermediate stirrup to the rotated closed and nearest to vertical to prevent the pin
vertical of the modular section with two 1/2 inch-13UNC x 3 from dislodging (see Fig. 9, page 15).
inch long SAE grade 5 or better bolts and nuts with lock and
flat washers and a clamp plate (4).
e. Mount the hoist to the stirrup with hardware of the size and Fig. 27
PMR0030B (EF02)
grade specified in the hoist instruction manual.
f. Raise the top rail and pin it in place to regulation height,
either 36 inches (910mm) or 42 inches (1100mm) high. 8
g. Do not cross wire ropes.
h. Reeving the Workcage Stirrup (Fig. 26). For the primary line
start at the top right guide of the Stirrup and guide under the
right wheel assembly (5). The wire then runs up and over the
second right wheel (6) and travels down into the Blocstop
(7). From the Blocstop it runs through the top of the hoisting
mechanism and out through the bottom. Repeat using the
left-hand side if using a two rope system. 8
Fig. 26
5
6 9
3
7
4
PMR0720D (WCS02)
2
1
a. Place the bumper roller such that the two slots at the back
of the bracket are completely engaged under the platform
toeboard.
b. Tighten the locking screw to secure the bumper roller to
the top of the toeboard
a. Use only wire ropes as specified by the hoist Note #1: All anchoring devices must be secured to a
manufacturer. structurally sound anchorage on the building or
b. Before setting up the wire ropes, ensure that the structure by a tieback having strength equivalent to or
suspension points are capable of supporting the hoist, greater than that of the hoisting rope. If tiebacks
platform and its rated load with the required safety factors cannot be perpendicular to the face of the building or
according to regulations. structure, opposing angle tiebacks shall be used.
Single tiebacks at an angle are prohibited. Refer to
c. Ensure that the distance (a) between the suspension
the manufacturers instruction manuals of the
points is equal to the distance (b) between the platform
suspension equipment.
stirrups. The wire ropes must be vertical and parallel to
each other for proper operation of the platform.
Note #2: The use of any suspended scaffold is unsafe
(see Fig. 28).
without:
d. Unreel the wire ropes at ground level, and pull them to the
a. Guardrails, midrails and toeboards on all sides of
top of the building using a transfer line. Never unreel or
the scaffold platform in accordance with OSHA
throw a wire rope from the top of the building.
regulations, Federal, State, Provincial and Local
e. Attach each wire rope to an independent suspension point. codes. It is of the utmost importance to include
f. If using 2 ropes check that the distance between the dual these components when using suspended
wire ropes of the hoist is the same at both the top and scaffold.
bottom ends. b. Personal fall arrest systems in use that comply
g. Operator must be independently tied off to a separate with OSHA regulations, Federal, State, Local and
vertical lifeline when using a 1 rope system. Provincial codes.
WARNING: WARNING:
On counterweight suspension systems, it is essential for
safety that all the counterweights be marked with their Never exceed the allowable outreach/overhang length as
weight, solid in weight and secured on the suspension per the counterweight chart. Consult the supplier or
structure. Total amount and location of counterweight manufacturer for such conditions which must be treated
must be calculated by a professionally competent on an individual basis and may involve different
person according to applicable regulations and checked materials or methods.
before each use, at least daily.
a. The end frames are connected to the platform ends with four
gravity lock pins (7). Align the pin holes (8).
b. Insert the lock pins from the inside of the platform. Do
7
not hammer or force the pins into place.
c. Use only the supplied 5/8 inch diameter gravity lock pins. Fig. 30
Make sure that the pins are not worn, bent, or otherwise
damaged. Never substitute alternative pins or bolts.
2
1 1
d. After each pin is installed ensure that the gravity lock is
rotated closed and nearest to vertical to prevent the pin from
dislodging (see Fig. 9, page 15). 3
4.13.2 ASSEMBLY OF BUMPER ROLLERS
2
Attach the three bumper rollers to the assembled workcage.
Start with the lower platform bumper roller PMR0049. Place the
1
lower clips on both ends of the bumper roller under the edge of
the platform. These four tabs are be held in place by the lower
edge of the platform (1). Then lock the top clamp (2) to the
2
toeboard of the platform (see Fig. 31). The middle support
bracket (3) is secured to the top of the toeboard (see Fig. 32).
Warning:
The middle bumper roller comes with the end rollers set
at a 45º angle. Before using ensure these rollers fit the
tower or blade being worked on.
Fig. 33 Fig. 34
Fig. 36
Fig. 37
5.2 Platform
a. Check that all connectors, pins, nuts and bolts are
securely installed and fastened.
b. Check the mounting connections of the hoists.
c. Ensure that the platform is structurally intact.
d. Ensure that the load does not exceed the rated load of the
platform, hoist or rigging.
e. Ensure that the platform is clear of any snow, ice, debris
- Examples of damaged wire ropes
or other material.
f. Ensure that the labels (see pages 30 to 37) on each
section and stirrup are in place and legible. Replacement
labels can be supplied on request. 5.4 Hoists
g. Guardrails are secured at proper heights. a. Refer to the manual of the hoist manufacturer.
b. Check if the power supply is compatible with the
requirement of the hoist.
c. Check if the cable size of the power cord is sufficient.
d. Check that the hoists, blocstop and emergency switches
function properly.
e. Check that power cord has strain relief to avoid damage.
CAUTION!
2 Piece Workcage
Stirrup for Tirak Hoist
PMR0720D (WCS02)
15˚ Corner Section 30˚ Corner Section 45˚ Corner Section 60˚Corner Section 90˚ Corner Section 3’-0” (1 m) Modular
PMR0004D (AS15) PMR0005D (AS30) PMR0006D (AS45) PMR0007D (AS60) PMR0008D (AS90) Platform Section
PMR1600D (MP03)
Note: All Corner Sections are supplied with 4 removable “H” Bracket Connectors and 8 Gravity Lock Pins on Lanyards.
A “U” Frame must be ordered if connecting a Corner Section to a Knockdown Platform.
COMPONENTS
PIN0002B SKYSAFE – Platform Section Connecting Pin for H-Bracket 0.5 (0.2)
PMR0025B SKYSAFE – Platform Section Connecting H-Bracket (STCONO1) 3 (1.4)
FY101230 SKYSAFE – Handrail Connecting Pin 0.3 (0.1)
FY105315 SKYSAFE - Ball Lock Pin for Knockdown Side/Deck Connection 0.5 (0.2)
PMR1810B SKYSAFE - Toprail with Two Uprights - 3m - per piece 6.8 (3.1)
PMR1710B SKYSAFE - Toprail Toprail with Two Uprights - 2m - per piece 5.4 (2.4)
PMR1610B SKYSAFE - Toprail Toprail with Two Uprights - 1m - per piece 3.6 (1.6)
PMR1510B SKYSAFE - Toprail Toprail with Two Uprights - 0.5m - per piece 2.5 (1.1)
PMR1801B SKYSAFE - Toprail - 3m - per piece 5 (2.7)
PMR1701B SKYSAFE - Toprail - 2m - per piece 3 (1.4)
PMR1601B SKYSAFE - Toprail - 1m - per piece 1.5 (0.9)
PMR1501B SKYSAFE - Toprail - 0.5m - per piece 0.8 (0.4)
PUN0020B SKYSAFE - Uprights - per piece 1.0 (0.5)
SKDDECK3 SKYSAFE - Floor deck - 3m, per 115mm wide strip starting strip KDP 6 (2.7)
SKDDECK2 SKYSAFE - Floor deck - 2m, per 115mm wide strip starting strip KDP 4 (1.8)
SKDDECK1 SKYSAFE - Floor deck - 1m, per 115mm wide strip starting strip KDP 2 (0.9)
FKDDECK3 SKYSAFE - Floor deck - 3m, per 115mm wide strip finishing strip KDP 6 (2.7)
FKDDECK2 SKYSAFE - Floor deck - 2m, per 115mm wide strip finishing strip KDP 4 (1.8)
FKDDECK1 SKYSAFE - Floor deck - 1m, per 115mm wide strip finishing strip KDP 2 (0.9)
DECK3 SKYSAFE - Floor deck - 3m, per 100mm wide strip MOD platform 6 (2.7)
DECK2 SKYSAFE - Floor deck - 2m, per 100mm wide strip MOD platform 4 (1.8)
DECK1 SKYSAFE - Floor deck - 1m, per 100mm wide strip MOD platform 2 (0.9)
DECK05 SKYSAFE - Floor deck - 1m, per 100mm wide strip MOD platform 1 (0.5)
Fig. 39 Fig. 40
Fig. 41
FIG. 44 FIG. 45
FIG. 46 FIG. 47
FIG. 50 FIG. 51
FIG. 52
PART #SPLB024A
FIG. 55
CLASSIFIED BY
UNDERWRITERS LABORATORIES INC©
AS TO LOAD CAPACITY
400S
PART # SPLB027B
FIG. 56
PART # SPLB130A
WARNING
WARNING: RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK
METAL SCAFFOLDING MUST NOT BE USED
WHERE IT MAY COME INTO CONTACT WITH
ELECTRICAL CIRCUITS
WARNING: RISK OF INJURY
ACIDS AND OTHER CORROSIVE SUBSTANCES
MAY SEVERELY AFFECT THE STRENGTH OF
METAL SCAFFOLDING DEVICES
USE EXTREME CARE AROUND SUCH MATERIALS
AND FOLLOW MANUFACTURER INSTRUCTIONS
PART #SPLB013A
FIG. 58
FIG. 59
PART #SPLB039A
General Instructions
Read the instruction manual delivered with this product before use!
In case of loss a new one can be obtained on request.
A. Before and after using, check platform and all it’s I. Do not allow unrestrained objects, such as barrels,
parts for proper operation and are free of boxes, loose brick, tools and debris to accumulate
damage to all component parts. Do not use a on decking.
damaged or improperly functioning platform.
J. Do not use a ladder or other items to step on to
B. A platform or platform part must be immediately
gain higher access.
removed from service and destroyed when
exposed to excessive heat, as in the case of fire, K. Never step from a suspended platform to a
due to the loss of structural strength. building access or vice versa unless the platform is
firmly secured up along the building access and is
C. Decking and ladders for multi-level platforms
secured from movement in all directions.
must be free of oil, grease or slippery material.
L. Do not apply impact loads to any parts. Never
D. Do not use this platform if the decking surface is
attempt to straighten a deformed side rail or
damaged or has deteriorated.
decking member.
E. Platform with intermediate stirrup and cantilever
M. Do not use acids or other corrosive substances on
ends must be configured as per label.
a platform without consulting the manufacturer for
F. Refer to label for load capacity of platform specific instructions.
configuration and cantilever ends when used.
N. Platforms, wire ropes and tools shall not be
The total combined weight of each worker and all
allowed to contact unprotected, energized
materials should not exceed the rated load. Do
electrical lines or equipment. Maintain a minimum
not overload platform or the cantilever end.
safe distance of a least 10 ft. (3 m). Consult the
G. Assemble the platform on a safe and level power company to shut off power or
working surface. insulate/relocate the line if working closer than 10
H. Use guard rails, midrails and toeboards as ft. (3 m).
required by local, state, provincial and federal Danger! - To avoid contact and shock hazards,
regulations. Thier use recommended in all cases. platforms, wire ropes and tools should not be used in
the vicinity of energized power lines or electrical lines.
FIG. 61
PART # SPLB036A
MODULAR PLATFORM
Assembly Instructions
1. When assembling Modular Platform align the 6. After each pin is installed, ensure that the gravity
platform sections on a safe and level surface. lock is rotated closed and nearest to vertical to
2. Connect the platform section and stirrup using 4 prevent the pin from dislodging.
gravity lock pins. Connect adjacent platform 7. During operation the handrails must be pinned in
sections using 4 H-bracket connectors and 8 their raised positions: 36 inch (910mm) high for
gravity lock pins. front rail and 42 inch (1100mm) high for back rail).
3. See label for platform section combinations and 8. The platform can be suspended from any
intermediate stirrup locations. Install end stirrup on approved hoist with a capacity and mounting
platform end. attachment which is compatible with the platform
4. Insert pins from inside the platform. Do not hammer configuration being used. Follow hoist instructions.
pins into place or use undue force. 9. The hoisting attachment must be secured to the
5. Use only original 5/8 inch diameter gravity lock stirrup according to the hoist manufacturer’s
pins. Make sure that pins are not worn, bent or instructions.
otherwise damaged.
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Tractel® Inc.
168 Mason way Unit B2
City of Industry, CA 91746
Tel: (626) 937-6727
Fax: (626) 937-6730
Tractel® Ltd.
Griphoist Division
11020 Mirabeau
Anjou, Quebec H1J 2S3
Toll Free 1-800-561-3229
Tel: (514) 493-3332
Fax: (514) 493-3342
As we are dedicated to continuous improvement of our products, the TRACTEL® GROUP reserves the right
to modify the specifications of the equipment described in this manual. As a result, illustrations may not
represent exactly the product you receive: components and/or design may differ.
The companies of the TRACTEL® GROUP and their agents or distributors will supply on request descriptive
documentation on the full range of TRACTEL® products: lifting and pulling machines, permanent and
temporary access equipment, safety devices, electronic load indicators, accessories such as blocks, hooks,
slings, ground anchors, etc.
Copyright 2012 Tractel® Griphoist® Division Version T4766-US-500-06/12 All rights reserved.
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