Pop Up AccessPlatform

Simple, quick and safe poweredportable scaffold tower, perfect

for construction site andmaintenance applications.

Code 87200

Pop Up AccessPlatform

Operating & Safety Guide 504Operating & Safety Guide 504

504/01504/01

©HSS Hire Service Group Ltd 2009 No. 504/01

Group Office: 25 Willow Lane, Mitcham, Surrey CR4 4TS

Web Site: http://www.hss.com

…any comments?If you have any suggestions to enable us to improve the

information within this guide please e-mail your comments orwrite to the Safety Guide Manager at the address below

e-mail: safety@hss.com

... have you been trainedThe law requires that personnel using this type of equipment

must be competent and qualified to do so. Training is available atHSS Training Solutions

0845 766 7799

EQUIPMENT CARE

FINISHING OFF

Never push the equipment beyond its design limits. If itwill not do what you want with reasonable ease and speed,assume you have the wrong tool for the job. Contact yourlocal HSS Hire for advice.Keep the equipment clean, you will find this less of achore if you clean it regularly, rather than wait until the endof the hire period.When not in use, store the equipment somewhere clean,dry and safe from thieves and unauthorised users.

Lower the cage and exit. Turn the unit off and as a safetyprecaution, press red STOP button.Collect all parts together and give them a final clean upready for return, to your local HSS Hire.

Safe working load (SWL)equivalent to

Overall mass (GVW) Maximum wheel load

Maximum platform height Maximum working height

Platform length Platform width Platform guard rail height Toe board height

Maximum allowable manual force Maximum allowable wind speed Maximum allowable chassis inclination

Electrical system Motor Batteries Battery charger

Hydraulic system Maximum pressure Reservoir capacity

Function speeds (approx.) Raise Lower Approx. no. of lifts (fully charged + SWL)

Overall length (stowed) Overall height (stowed) Overall width (stowed)

OPERATING SPECIFICATIONS240kg 1 person + tools

1.63 metres 3.63 metres

1.01 metres 0.52 metres 1.10 metres 0.15 metres

200 Newtons 0 metres/sec 0 degrees

12 volt DC 0.7 kW 1 x 80 Ah Self-seeking automatic 90–240V AC

250 bar 1 litre

8 seconds 7 seconds 300

1.2 metres 1.65 metres 0.70 metres

225kg 350kg

PRE-OPERATION CHECKLIST

Check structure (e.g. damage, cracks,corrosion, abrasion, welds, connections)

Check platform (floor, rails, handrailsockets).

Check castors (smooth movement,damage).

Check brakes.

Check oil leaks.

Ensure battery is fully loaded.

Ensure raise and lower functions operatewell.

Check emergency stop and loweringfunctions.

Check safety decals and training card.

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ENTERING AND LEAVING THE WORK PLATFORMAlways use three points of contact when entering orexiting the platform, using the guard rails provided. For

example, use two handsand one foot, as shownbelow. Use the stepprovided on the base ofthe machine. On entering the platform,ensure that the gate isclosed behind you.

CONTROL PENDANT The Control Pendant houses the platform raiseand lower controls. Pressing the ‘UP’ button raises the platform. Pressing the ‘DOWN’ button lowers theplatform. Take care to avoid repeated jerky movementswhich could cause unnecessary impact loadson the structure.

The Pop Up Access Platform is supplied with a built-in multivoltage automatic battery charger, for supply voltagesbetween 90V and 240V AC. The battery charger is located on the underside of theplatform.

To charge the battery, follow thesesteps: 1. Turn the Maintenance Isolatorswitch to ‘0’ (OFF) position. 2. Connect the battery charger lead tothe platform at the point shown. 3.Connect the battery charger to thepower supply (either 110V or 240V ACat 50 Hz depending on the mainssupply). 4. Turn the Maintenance Isolatorswitch to ‘2’ (CHARGE) position. 5.The battery should be fullyrecharged once the 95% LED isilluminated on the charging indicator.

BATTERY CHARGINGA battery condition meter is fitted to the Pop Up as shown.To check the battery condition, elevate the platformfrom ground level whilst at the same time pressing thered button above the battery condition meter. This is theonly way to obtain an accurate reading. The battery willrequire charging if there is less than 4 bars on thedisplay. Do not attempt to use the machine in this stateas battery damage may occur. Never allow the batteryto run completely flat as this damages the cells and canlead to premature battery failure. It is good practice tocharge the battery daily to ensure optimum batterycondition.

EMERGENCY STOPAn emergency stop button is provided onthe control pendant. Once depressed, thisisolates power to the raise and lowerfunctions. To restore functionality, twist theemergency stop button clockwise torelease the button,as shown below.

Turning the Maintenance Isolatorswitch to the ‘0’ position also has theeffect of isolating power to the raiseand lower functions.

EMERGENCY LOWERINGTo lower the platform in the event of an emergency, acontrol is provided at the chassis.

Turning the knob in anANTICLOCKWISE direction, asshown, opens the lift valve. Once thevalve is fully open the platform willlower, at this point please standback to ensure your safety. Always close the valve after use.

Never manoeuvre the Pop-Up whilst in its elevatedposition, as this may cause instability.Never enter or exit the platform unless the platform is inthe lowered and transport position.Never apply external side loads to the platform orscissor structure.Never a llow persons at ground level to operate thecontrols whilst the platform is occupied (unless in anemergency situation).

For advice on the safety and suitability of thisequipment contact your local HSS Hire.There is a serious risk of personal injury if you do notfollow all instructions laid down in this guide.The hirer has a responsibility to ensure that allnecessary risk assessments have been completed priorto the use of this equipment.This equipment should only be used by an operatorwho has been deemed competent to do so by his/heremployer.This equipment is designed to be used by an able bodied,competent adult who has read and understood theseinstructions. Anyone with either a temporary or permanentdisability should seek expert advice before using it.Keep children, animals and bystanders away from thework area. Cordon off a NO GO area using cones andeither barriers or tape, available for hire from your localHSS Hire.

Never use this equipment if you are ill, feelingtired, or under the influence of alcohol or

drugs.Wear practical, protective clothing,gloves, footwear and a protective hard

hat. Avoid loose garments and jewellery that could catch inmoving parts, tie back long hair.Do not work near flammable gases or liquids, petrol orpaint thinner fumes for example. Keep combustiblematerials at a safe distance – at least 5m. Make sure you know how to switch this equipment OFFbefore you switch it ON in case you get into difficulty. Make sure you know how to operate this equipmentsafely and are aware of its limitations before you use it. Make sure that everyone is warned of what you aredoing.This machine is designed for internal use only. If workingin a building which has large openings where wind gustsoccur, DO NOT USE THE MACHINE. The maximum number of occupants must not exceedone. Never use the lift near overhead power lines or similarhazards.Never exceed the equipment’s safe working load of240Kg.Never operate the equipment alone. Ensure a competent adult is always within shouting range to operate themanual descent system or come to your aid if anythingshould go wrong.Never use the platform as a goods lift or crane.Never try to move the platform on its castors whenelevated.Never extend the height of the platform by using boxes,steps ladders etc.Never modify the Pop Up Access Platform in any waywithout the full approval of the manufacturer.Never manoeuvre the platform on an inclined surfaceotherwise it may become uncontrollable.

GENERAL SAFETY

ELECTRICAL SAFETY

GETTING STARTED

IDENTIFIER

WARNINGTHIS MACHINE HAS NOT BEEN

DESIGNED FOR OPERATION WITHIN POTENTIALLY EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERES

The Pop Up Access Platform is a scissor lift type workplatform, which is manoeuvred manually into workpositions and elevated and lowered using an electro-hydraulic control system. Pop Up Access Platform must not be used inapplications or for uses outside of the scope of thisoperating safety guide. Should a certain application notbe covered, then your local HSS should be contacted.This guide provides information on the safe operationof Pop Up Access Platform. Operators should read andunderstand all of the information contained within thismanual prior to operating the platform.This machine has been tested for ElectromagneticCompatibility (EMC) however, operation near to high

BASIC TECHNIQUESSelect a site for the machine from which the platform willbe able to reach the required work area. A visualinspection of the operating site should be made beforesetting up the machine.Ensure that the ground on which the Pop Up is tooperate is capable of supporting the weight of themachine (including the weight of the operator plus toolsand materials). Be aware of floors or coverings (e.g.manhole covers) that may not withstand point loadingsexerted by the castor wheels.The platform must only be operated on flat (0º chassisinclination) and level surfaces. The allowable chassisinclination is indicated when the bubble spirit evel is withinthe marked limits. All castor wheels must be in fullcontact with the ground.Ensure that adequate clearance is available above andaround the platform before elevation.

Training card

Guard rail Gate

Platform

Mainlift cylinder

Control pendant

Emergency stop button & key

MaintenanceIsolator switch

Bubble spirit level

Chassis

Warningbuzzer

Emergencylowering

valve

WARNINGTHIS MACHINE IS NOT ELECTRICALLY INSULATED

AND MUST NEVER BE USED FOR LIVE LINEWORKING. DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY CAN

RESULT FROM CONTACT WITH, OR INADEQUATECLEARANCE FROM, ELECTRICAL CONDUCTORS

FIRE WARNINGBATTERIES GENERATE HIGHLY FLAMMABLE AND POTENTIALLY EXPLOSIVE HYDROGEN GAS WHEN

CHARGING, SO, UNTIL CHARGING IS OVER AND THEGAS HAS DISPERSED...

ALWAYS STAND THE LIFT IN A WELL-VENTILATEDSPOT, PREFERABLY IN THE OPEN AIR.

ALWAYS OPEN THE BATTERY COMPARTMENT COVER. NEVER SMOKE OR ALLOW NAKED LIGHTS AND

OTHER IGNITION SOURCES INTO THE AREA.

powered radio transmission apparatus (e.g. radar,antennae) or within strong electrical and/or magneticfields may affect some features of this product.Before operating platform familiarise yourself with thework area, check for possible hazards such as potholes,ramps, slopes and overhead obstructions that couldaffect the safe use of the equipment.Operating procedures should be preceded with pre-operation checks (see Pre-operation checklist).If checks reveal malfunctions or damage on the Pop UpAccess Platform, then the machine must not be useduntil the problem is rectified.If in doubt, seek further assistance from your local HSSHire. If safety decals are no longer legible or missing, pleasealso contact HSS Hire.

ENGAGING THE BRAKESAlways ensure that both castor brakes are locked beforeelevating the work platform to prevent any inadvertent

movement. The brakes areengaged bypushing downon the lever andpulling up thelever as shown.

MANOEUVRING THE PLATFORMManoeuvre the platform into positionusing both hands on the guard rails atgate end. Take care to avoid trappinghands or feet whilst manoeuvring theplatform. Never manoeuvre the Pop Up whilst it iselevated or with a person, tools ormaterials in the platform.

POWERING UPThe Pop Up Access Platform is provided with a key operatedswitch which is used to isolate the battery and therefore theelectrical system, preventing unauthorised use. To enable the electrical system, first turn the MaintenanceIsolater switch to position ‘1’ (ON) and insert the key into theemergency stop button. Turn clockwise to release thebutton. Ensure that when the machine is not in use, theemergency stop button is depressed and the key is removed.

Turn theMaintenanceIsolator switchto position ‘0’(OFF).

The Pop Up Access Platform is powered by 12v DCbatteries. Always fully charge before use and rechargeat regular intervals.Never operate the lift when charging the battery. After charging, switch OFF the power supply anddisconnect the power supply lead from the charger. Ifthe charger fails, or its power supply cable or lead becomesdamaged, return the unit. Do not attempt to repairanything yourself.Keep the charger dry at all times. Using electricalequipment in wet or damp conditions can bedangerous.

To reduce the risk of electric shock, always use asuitable RCD (Residual Current-Operated Device)

available from your local HSS Hire.

Hydraulic tank Hydraulic Pack

Battery

Battery charger

Batterychargingindicator

Batterychargersocket

Batterycondition meter& button

Chassis plate

UP button

DOWN button

Winch point

Castor break

Maintenanceprops

MaintenanceIsolator switch

Warningbuzzer

Emergencylowering valve

MODEL 1

MODEL 2

Key switch