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SOLO700
One Man Aluminium Tower
3T - Through the Trapdoor Method

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BoSS SOLO700 USER GUIDE
Safety First
Mobile Towers - 3T Method
INTRODUCTION
Please read this Userguide carefully. Please note that diagrams
are for illustrative purposes only. User guides are also available
to download - please contact us for details.
BoSS aluminium towers are light-weight scaffold towers used
throughout the building and construction industry for both
indoor and outdoor access solutions where a stable and secure
platform is required. Ideal for maintenance and installation work
or short term access, the highly versatile towers provide a strong
working platform at a variety of heights.
The law requires that personnel erecting towers must be
competent. Any person erecting, dismantling or altering a BoSS
Zone 1 mobile tower must have a copy of this guide.
For further information on the use of mobile access and working
towers consult the PASMA code of practice. If you need further
information, design advice, additional guides or any other help
with this product, please contact Actavo on 0800 214 005 or
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COMPLIANCES
The BoSS Clima aluminiumsystemhas been tested and certified
to EN 1004: 2004 Class 3
Instruction Manual EN 1298-IM-EN
PREPARATION AND INSPECTION
Inspect the equipment before use to ensure that it is not
damaged and that it functions properly. Damaged or incorrect
components should not be used.
Safety First
SAFE USE
•Check that all components are on site, undamaged and that
they are functioning correctly - (refer to Checklist and
Quantity Schedules). Damaged or incorrect components
should not be used.
•Check if the ground on which the mobile access tower is to be
erected and moved is capable of supporting the tower.
•The safe working load is 275 kgs (606lbs) per platformlevel,
uniformly distributed up to amaximumof 950kgs (2100lbs),
per tower (including self weight).
•Towers must always be climbed fromthe inside using the
built-in ladder during assembly and use.
•It is recommended that towers should be tied to asolid
structure when le unattended.
•Adjustable legs should only be used for levelling.
LIFTING OF EQUIPMENT
•Tower components should be lied using areliable liing
material (e.g. strong rope), employing areliable knot (e.g.
clove hitch), to ensure safe fastening and always li within the
footprint of the tower.
•Assembled mobile towers
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STABILISERS/BALLAST
•Stabilisers or outriggers and ballast weights should always be
fitted when specified.
•The Quantity Schedules showthe recommended stabilisation.
In circumstances where there is restricted ground clearance for
stabilisers/outriggers, contact your supplier for advice. Ballast
must be made up of solid materials (i.e. not water or loose
sand) and should not be positioned to overload individual legs.
Ballast should be secured against accidental removal where
practicable, and be supported on the lowest rung of the
bottomframe.
MOVEMENT
•The tower should only be moved by manual eort, and only
fromthe base.
•Beware of live electrical apparatus when moving the tower
(particularly overhead), plus wires or moving parts of
machinery.
•No person or materials should be on the tower during
movement.
•Caution should be exercised when wheeling atower over rough,
uneven or sloping ground, taking care to unlock and lock
castors. If stabilisers are fitted, they should only be lied a
maximumof 25mm above the ground to clear ground
obstructions.
•The overall height of the tower when being moved should not
exceed 2.5 times the minimumbase dimensions, or 4 metres
overall height.
•Before use, check that the tower is still correct and complete.
•Aer every movement of the tower, use aspirit level to check
that it is vertical and level and set the adjustable legs as
required.
•Do not move the tower in wind speeds over 7.7 metres per
second (17mph).
Safety First
DURING USE
•Beware of high winds in exposed, gusty or mediumbreeze
conditions. We recommend that in wind speeds over 7.7
metres per second (17 mph), cease working on the tower and
do not attempt to move it. If the wind becomes astrong breeze
(expected to reach 11.3 metres per second - 25 mph) tie the
tower to arigid structure. If the wind is likely to reach gale
force (over 18 metres per second - 40 mph), the tower should
be dismantled.
•Beware of open ended buildings, which can cause afunnelling
effect.
•Do not abuse equipment. Damaged or incorrect components
should not be used.
•Raising and lowering components, tools, and/or materials by
rope should be conducted within the lower base. Ensure that
the safe working load of the supporting decks and the tower
structure is not exceeded.
•The assembled tower is aworking platformand should not be
used as ameans of access or egress to other structures.
•Beware of horizontal forces (e.g. power tools) which could
generate instability. Maximumhorizontal force 20kg.
•Mobile towers are not designed to be suspended - please refer
to your supplier for advice.
•Do not use boxes or stepladders or other objects on the
platformto gain extraheight.
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WIND BEAUFORT BEAUFORT SPEED IN SPEED IN
DESCRIPTION SCALE NO. MPH M/SEC
Medium
Breeze
Strong Breeze
Gale Force
Raises dust and
loose paper, twigs
snap o
Large branches in
motion, telegraph
wires whistle
Walking is dicult
4
6
8
8-12
25-31
39-46
4-6
11-14
17-21

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TIES
•Ties should be used when the tower goes beyond its safe
height, beyond the limits of the stabilisers/outriggers or if
there is adanger of instability. They should be rigid, two way
ties fastened to both uprights of the frame with load-bearing
right angled or swivel couplers. Only couplers suitable for the
50.8mm diameter tube of the tower should be used. Ideally,
ties should be secured to both faces of asolid structure by
means of anchorages.
•The tie frequency may vary depending on the application, but
they should (at aminimum) be every 4 metres in height.
•For further information on tying-in atower please contact your
supplier or BoSS.
MAINTENANCE - STORAGE -
TRANSPORT
•All components and their parts should be regularly inspected
to identify damage; particularly to joints. Lost or broken parts
should be replaced, and any tubing with indentation greater
than 5mm should not be used and put to one side for
manufacture repair. Adjustable leg threads should be cleaned
and lightly lubricated to keep themfree running.
•Brace claws, frame interlock clips, trapdoor latches and
platformwindlocks should be regularly checked to ensure they
lock correctly.
•Components should be stored with due care to prevent
damage.
•Ensure components are not damaged by excessive strapping
forces when transported.
Safety First
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Safety Checklist
Mobile Towers - 3T Method
CHECKLIST
Ensure all components are present (see quantity
schedule on page 9)
Inspect components prior to erection
Inspect tower prior to use
Tower upright and level
Castors locked and legs correctly adjusted
Diagonal braces fitted
Stabilisers/outriggers fitted as specified
Platforms located and windlocks on
Toeboards located
Check guardrails are fitted correctly. See
illustration below.
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Ensure all brace claws, cam-locks and adjustable
legs operate correctly
Ensure castors rotate freely and brakes lock
Re-inspect the tower every seven days or less
Quantity Schedule
BoSS Solo 700 - 1.3m x 0.7m
3T Method Internal or external use
Component
Working Height (m)
Platform Height (m)
4.2 5.2 6.2
2.2 3.2 4.2
Castor 444
Adjustable Leg 444
4 Rung End Frame (1.0m high x 0.7m wide) 468
Folding Base Unit 111
1.3m CamLock Guardrail Frame 356
1.3m Trap Door Deck 122
1.3m Horizontal Brace 111
Aluminium Folding Toe Board 111
Assembly Bracket 222
SP4 Telescopic Stabiliser 444
Total Self Weight of Tower (Kg) 93 121 134

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Quantity Schedule
NUMBER OF WORKING PLATFORMS ALLOWED
The MAXIMUM SAFE WORKING LOAD (the combined weight of
the users, tools and materials) that may be placed on the tower
is the total weight less than the self weight of the tower. The
total weight for the towers shown in the schedule is 550kg.
PLATFORM LOADING
On a1450 tower, aplatformmay comprise of asingle deck or
two decks placed side by side. The maximumsafe working load
(the combined weight of the users, tools and materials) that
may be placed on aplatformis 275kg. This must be evenly
distributed over either one deck, or two decks placed side by
side.
The quantity schedules in this user guide will enable BoSS
towers to be built safely and therefore comply with the
requirements of the Work at Height Regulations. They include
double guardrails to all platforms. Toeboards will need to be
added if any levels are used as working platforms and for
storage of materials.
EN 1004 requires platforms at least every 4.2m, and these
measures will exceed that requirement. If the tower is to be used
with two people, SP10’s stabaliser must be fitted in place of SP4
stabalisers.
Quantity Schedule
STABILISERS
X
X
90°
Stabalisers shall always be fitted when specified.
To improve stability, larger stabilisers can be used at a
lower level than shown in the quantity schedules.
Attach one stabiliser to each corner of the tower as
shown. Ensure stabiliser feet are equally spaced to
form a square.
SP4 and SP10 telescopic stabilisers must always be
fully extended.
Position the lower clamp so that the
lower arm is as close to horizontal as
possible. Adjust the position of the top
clamp to ensure the stabiliser foot is in
contact with the ground. Ensure clamps
are secure.
When moving the tower, adjust the top clamps or the
telescopic leg, to lift the four stabiliser feet a maximum
of 25mm off the ground and then unlock the castor
brakes. After moving ensure all four stabiliser feet are
repositioned in firm contact with the ground.
PLAN OF
TOWER
Free Standing Tower In a Corner Against a Wall
PLAN OF
TOWER
PLAN OF
TOWER

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Assembly Procedure
To comply with the ‘Work at Height Regulations’ we
show assembly procedures with platforms every 2
metres in height and the locating of guardrails in
advance of climbing onto a platform to increase safety
and reduce the risk of a fall.
Never stand on an unguarded platform positioned above
the first rung of a tower. If your risk assessment shows
it necessary, you may also need to guardrail platforms
at this level.
The procedure illustrated shows 6.2mworking height tower.
The BoSS Solo system has been developed so that a single
person can safely build the platform tower to a platform height of
4.2m.
1 Insert castor into adjustable leg, apply brake by pushing the
lever down, release frame interlock clips and fit the leg and castor
assembly into a 1m base frame. Repeat with the remaining legs
and castors. Adjustable legs should only be used for levelling.
Assembly Procedure
2 Release brakes on castors at one end frame until the
locks will engage on the rear folding frame. Ensure both
hinges positively lock into position. Engage brakes on
second frame.
3 Locate the horizontal brace on the lowest rung with the
hooks facing downwards - check the brace is correctly locked on
the tube at both ends. Check the base unit is square and level
using a spirit level. Adjust legs only to level and not to gain
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Assembly Procedure
4 Step 1: Connect two, 4 rung frames together. Check
the interlock clips are engaged and add onto the base
unit, repeat for the other side.
Step 2: Position BoSS Cam-Lock Guardrail unit. The top
hooks should locate on the 7th rung from base level.
Step 3: Engage Cam-Locks as shown to lock guardrail unit
in position.
Assembly Procedure
Fit stabilisers to tower before extending telescopic leg.
Position top clamp above rung 6, second clamp locates
above rung 2. Extend telescopic leg by removing the
interlock clip - slide the leg out until the leg reaches the
ground. Rotate the leg until the interlock clip holes line
up. Lock the leg by using the interlock clip and adjust the
stabiliser to ensure the stabililsers are engaged.
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Assembly Procedure
6 From the ground level, position a trapdoor deck on rung 8.
Engage the windlocks. Locate Assembly Bracket No 1. on front
face of lowest Cam-Lock Guardrail. Locate the second
Assembly Bracket on rung 10 of the end frames.
Assembly Procedure
8 Climb the tower from the inside and from a protected
position on the trapdoor, reach to the side bracket and take one
Cam-Lock Guardrail. Position the guardrail on the rear of the
tower as shown. All guardrails locate on the 2nd and 4th rung
above the platform deck. Repeat with second Cam-Lock
guardrail frame on the front of tower to fully secure platform.
Engage and lock Cam-Lock claws.
Do not climb onto the platformuntil it is fully guardrailed.
7 Hang in order, 4 Cam-Lock Guardrail units on the front
Assembly Bracket and then 1 x Folding Toeboard. Place the last
Cam-Lock Guardrail on the end frame Assembly Bracket No 2.
Then hang two pairs of connected 4 rung frames on the end
bracket No 2. then hang the second trapdoor deck on the bracket.
Warning: Assembly Brackets are designed and intended only to
aid assembly and dismantling.
Standing up on the protected platform, left
the second trapdoor deck onto the
platform, store by the rear handrail clear of
the end frames.
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10 Add the connected pairs of end frames taking care to engage
the locking clips. Add a Cam-Lock Guardrail to rungs 13 and
15 and lock.
Assembly Procedure
12 Place the trapdoor deck onto the 16th rung of the wer and
engage windlocks. Climb the end frame from within and from
the protected trap door position, fit the Cam-Lock Guardrails as
shown.
11 Remove the end frame assembly
bracket from rung 10 of the end
frame and re-position on the top Cam-
Lock. Position the folding toe board set
and then the remaining two Cam Lock
frames on the uppermost bracket.

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Assembly Procedure
13 Unclip the storage strap from the Folding Toeboard. Set,
unfold and fit the toeboard into position on the working platform.
Move Assembly Brackets to base of the tower and fit to the lowest
rungs of the end frames.
Dismantling Procedure
14 Simply follow the assembly steps in reverse, ensure
that the 3T method is followed.
Assembly Procedure
Storage Trolley:
1 Assemble the folding base frame with 1 trap door
deck placed on the bottom rung forming the base of the
trolley. Lower all adjustable legs as far as possible.

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Assembly Procedure
2 Fit the folding toeboard set to the trap door deck.
Position the 1.3m horizontal brace on the front upright,
just above the 4th rung. Place the assembly brackets, one
at each end, on the inside of the folding base unit end
frames.
Assembly Procedure
3 Place the Cam-lock frames, 3 at either end, within the
trolley. Ensure the diagonal struts of the Camlock frames
fit between the arms of the assembly brackets.
4 Place the 1m end frames in the centre of the trolley
between the guardrail frames.
4 Add the final trapdoor deck in front of the 1m end
frames. Fit the 4 SP4 stabilisers in front of the trap
door deck. The trolley unit is now complete.

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