AFFIX MADW-AGR Series User manual

Assembly Manual
Double Width MADW-AGR Series
EN1004-1 Class 3
No: CE/21-22/044

Aluminium Double Width Mobile Towers
MADW 520 - AGR
EN1004-1 37/11 XXXD
This AFFIX Tower is a mobile access tower manufactured in our ISO 9001
accredited facility.
This AFFIX Tower is a mobile access tower manufactured in our ISO 9001
accredited facility.
This user guide provides you with step by step instructions to ensure your
system is assembled easily and safely, using the AGR (Advanced Guard Rail)
method.
This user guide provides you with step by step instructions to ensure your
system is assembled easily and safely, using the AGR (Advanced Guard Rail)
method.
01EN1004-1 Certified

WARNING
NEVER FORGET TO LOCK THE
CASTOR WHEELS
DESCRIPTION:
The Advanced Guard Rail method:
The Advanced Guardrail (AGR) method is one of the two permitted ways of assembling a tower
while safeguarding the Scaffolder from the risk of falling.
An AGR tower uses prefabricated frames to provide structural rigidity and stability to the tower
instead of using the horizontal and diagonal braces used for the same purpose in the traditional
3T assembly method.
As each new level is added onto a tower, the scaffolder first installs the AGR frames and tower
frames from a safely guarded platform below. Once the AGR frames are in place, platforms for
the next level are installed such that the two uppermost horizontal rungs on the AGR frames
form the midrail and guardrail above the platform level. This process repeats until the tower
reaches the required height.
Compliances:
The Affix MADW Mobile Tower has been tested and certified to EN1004-1:2020 by TUV, India.
The Affix MADW Series Mobile Tower are versatile and user-friendly aerial solution for all
access needs. It gives a work platform for use by a maximum of two people, with weight evenly
distributed across the platform. The tower can be easily erected and with highly customizable
assembly it meets almost all the site constraints and provides safe and efficient working
platform. The key safety feature is the smart locking claws provided for the horizontal and
diagonal bracings. It allows an instant lock-up performed by single hand use, however, with the
reverse unlocking plug, two hands are needed to unplug the bracing.
The information and instructions included in this manual are provided to help get the best
possible service from your MADW Series Mobile Tower. This user guide provides you with step
by step instructions to ensure your system is assembled easily and safely, using the AGR
(Advanced Guard Rail method.
02

Maximum Safe Working Loads
The safe working load of the tower is 750 kgs including its own weight. The
maximum safe working load of any individual platform is 250 kgs evenly
distributed. If the tower is to be used in an application outside the scope of
EN1004, contact your supplier or the manufacturer, Affix Scaffolding WLL,
for advice on loadings.
Tel: [phone] or Email: [email protected].
RECOMMENDATIONS :
Recommend a minimum of two people to assemble, dismantle and move the platform tower.
Check that all components are on site and in good working order.
Towers must always be climbed from the inside of the assembly using the ladder.
Lifting of components must be done inside the effective base area of the tower.
Moving the tower must only be done by manual effect from the base of the tower.
When moving tower be aware of overhead hazards (e.g. electric cables).
No personnel or material to be on the platform whilst the tower is being moved.
Damaged components or components from other tower systems must never be used.
Stabilizers should always be fitted when specified. Use the stabilizer shown on the component
list according to the tower height.
Outdoor scaffold towers should, wherever possible, be secured to a building or fixed structure.
It is good practice to tie scaffold towers of any height, especially when unattended, or exposed to
windy conditions.
Do Not use boxes or steps to gain additional height.
Do Not lift or suspend an assembled mobile tower.
Beware of horizontal loads which can lead to instability of the tower. The Max. side force is 20kg.
Ensure that the assembly location is checked to prevent hazards during assembly or moving
and while working on the tower. Particular attention should be given to the ground condition,
whether level or sloping, obstructions and wind conditions. The ground condition must be
capable of supporting the tower structure.
03USAGE ADVICE

Safety Checklist :Safety Checklist :
Air speed and resultant action to be taken
Mobile towers - AGR Method Checklist
Beufort Scale
01 mph
12 mph
17 mph
25 mph
40 mph
Calm, smoke rises easily upwards No action needed
Cease work
No action needed, keep a watch
If expected, dismantle the tower
If expected, tie tower to a rigid
structure
Moderate breeze, raises dust
Gale force, cannot even walk
Raises loose papers, leaves and small
twigs move
Strong breeze, tree branches bend, unable
to use umbrella
3
4
5
6
Description Air Speed Action to be taken
Ensure all brace claws operate and lock correctly prior to erection
Inspect components prior to use
Tower upright and level
Castors locked and legs correctly adjusted
Diagonal braces fitted
Stabilizers/outriggers fitted as specified
Platforms located and wind-locks on
Toe boards located
Check that the guardrails are fitted correctly
04USAGE ADVICE

WARNING
NEVER STAND ON AN
UNGUARDED PLATFORM
Safe working load on the working platform is 250kgs evenly distributed.
ASSEMBLY PROCESS :
PREPARATIONPREPARATION
Locate the tower, ensuring ground is level.
Check the locking triggers in the bracing hooks such that they are working properly.
Lock the castor by moving the brake lever fully down.
Sort the braces into horizontal and diagonal braces, the diagonals are slightly longer.
Also note that the braces are differently color coded.
The load on the tower should not exceed 750kgs.
The maximum recommended tower height is 7M for outdoors and 11M
for indoors.
SAFE WORKING LOADS AND
HEIGHTS
05

FIRST LEVEL
Step 1
DO NOT USE Hammer.DO NOT USE Hammer.
Insert the Castor Wheels with the jack
pipe inside the bottom of the tubes of
the 1st level 2 Rung Ladder Frame and
2 Rung Span Frame.
Step 2.1Step 2.1
Hook both the bottom 2 Horizontal Braces
horizontally to the Span frame and the
Ladder Frame's vertical pipes, just above
the 1st rung.
Step 2.2Step 2.2
Lock all the four wheels by pressing the
lock gear with foot.
One person should hold the frame in
upright position during this step.
Step 2.3Step 2.3
Step 2
06ASSEMBLY

SECOND LEVEL
Insert both the 2nd level 4 Rung Span
Frame and the 4 Rung Ladder Frame on
the respective sides into the corresponding
spigots.
For clamping instructions refer to
the Clamping Instructions section on
Page 12.
Step 3.1Step 3.1
Step 3.2Step 3.2
Step 4.1Step 4.1
Hook the Diagonal Brace to the 1st Rung
of the 1st level Span frame at one end and
the other end should be hooked to the 1st
Rung of the 2nd level Ladder frame.
Step 4.2Step 4.2
Hook the 2nd Diagonal Brace to the 1st
Rung of the 2nd level Ladder frame at one
end and the other end should be hooked
to the 1st Rung of the 1st level Span frame.
Step 4
Step 3
One person should hold the frame in upright
position during this step.
Step 4.3Step 4.3
Level the structure using a Spirit Level on
the Rungs and the braces. Adjust using
the adjustable jack.
07ASSEMBLY

Step 5.1Step 5.1
Hook the top rung of the AGR frame to
the top rung of the 2nd level frames and
the bottom rung of the AGR frame should
be hooked to the 1st rung of the 2nd level
frames.
Step 5.2
Repeat Step 5.1 for the opposite side but
slide it towards the frame ladders to
provide cover to the platform.
Step 6
Step 5
Clamp the 4 Stabilizers on all 4 corners
as per the Components Table on Page
no. 17. For detailed instructions on
installation refer to Page no.15.
08ASSEMBLY

Step 7
Step 8.1Step 8.1
Step 8
Hook the Intermediate Trapdoor platform
on the 2nd Rung of the 2nd level frames.
Make sure the trapdoor is towards the
ladder side.
09ASSEMBLY
Step 7.1Step 7.1
Insert both the 3rd level 4 Rung Span
Frame and the 4 Rung Ladder Frame on
the respective sides into the corresponding
spigots.
For clamping instructions refer to
the Clamping Instructions section on
Page 12.
THIRD LEVEL

Step 10.1Step 10.1
Step 9
Step 10
10ASSEMBLY
Step 9.1Step 9.1
Hook the Diagonal Brace to the 3rd Rung
of the 2nd level Span frame at one end
and the other end should be hooked to the
1st Rung of the 3rd level Ladder frame.
Hook the 2nd Diagonal Brace to the 3rd
Rung of the 2nd level Ladder frame at one
end and the other end should be hooked
to the 1st Rung of the 3rd level Span frame.
Step 9.2Step 9.2
Hook the top rung of the AGR frame to
the top rung of the 3rd level frames and
the bottom rung of the AGR frame should
be hooked to the 1st rung of the 3rd level
frames.

Step 11.1Step 11.1
Step 11
11ASSEMBLY
Step 11.2Step 11.2
Hook the Working Trapdoor platform on
the 2nd Rung of the 3rd level frames.
Make sure the trapdoor is towards the
ladder side.
Also hook the Fixed platform beside the
Trapdoor platform on the same rungs
Step 12.1Step 12.1
Step 12
Step 12.2Step 12.2
Clamp the 4 plastic toe-board holders on
all the 4 corners of the working platform
level, around the working platform.
For more details, refer to Toe-board
Assembly Details on Page 12
Insert the wooden toe-boards in the
toe-board holder on all the 4 sides.

12ASSEMBLY
Toeboard Assembly Details
Fix the claw of the Toeboard TB on the
Rungs facing each other as shown in the
figure.
Then insert the Side Toeboard and the End
Toeboard in the respective toeboard slots
as shown in the figure.
Clamping Instructions
Always ensure the Spring Clips are in the
lock position after inserting the upper
frame in the Spigot. To insert, unlock the
Spring Clip.
Side
ToeBoard
End
ToeBoard
Spring Clip
Spigot
Unlock Position Lock Position

13COMPONENTS
FS20135
Span Frame
FS10135
Span Frame
BT200/250
ToeBoard Set
FL10135
Ladder Frame
FL20135
Ladder Frame
CW150/200, JA500
Castor Wheel, Adjustable Jack

PF200/250
Fixed Platform
PT200/250
Trapdoor Platform
ST200/300/450/600
Stabilizer
BD200/250, BH200/250
Diagonal Brace, Horizontal Brace
14COMPONENTS
AGR200/250
Advanced Guard Rail

Stabilizers are to be used, when specified, to guarantee
the structural stability of the tower.
Fig. 01Fig. 01
Fig. 02Fig. 02 Fig. 03Fig. 03
Fig. 04Fig. 04
Lightly tighten the upper clamp of the stabilizer on each corner vertical posts at a height where
the foot is touching the ground. Position the clamp of the lower arm such that the lower arm
is as horizontal as possible.
Fig. 01Fig. 01
Position the stabilizers so that the footpads are approximately equidistant from each other.
Adjust the stabilizers and reposition the clamps as required to make firm contact with the
ground. When in correct position, tighten all the clamps firmly.
Fig. 02Fig. 02
Fig. 03Fig. 03
To position a tower in the corner of walls, remove the corner stabilizer and place the two towards
the wall, parallel to the wall. The middle one should be placed as shown in the graphic Fig.04
Fig. 04Fig. 04
To position a tower against a wall, do not remove the stabilizer, move parallel to the wall.
15STABILIZERS

Moving the Tower
To move the tower to a new position, first prepare the
tower.
Check that the wind speed does not exceed 17 mph.
Ensure the tower is empty (material and personnel).
Check the overhead obstructions including electrical cables.
Raise the stabilizer feet (only enough to clear obstructions, maximum 25mm).
Taking care to ensure tower stability is maintained, release the castor brakes.
Once positioned, prepare the tower for use.
Check that the tower is vertical.
Reapply the castor brakes.
Check and adjust as necessary to ensure all castors and stabilizers are in firm contact with
the ground.
Carefully move the tower by manually applying force at the base. Do Not Use mechanical
means to move the tower.
Comply To
Type Approval
Certified and independently tested for use.
Compliant to AGR Assembly process.
Safe working load on the platform is 250kgs/Sq Mtr, evenly distributed.
Maximum permissible distributed load on the tower 750 Kgs.
The scaffold towers referred to herein have been tested by
16STABILIZERS

MADW SERIES TABLE confirming to EN1004
ALUMINIUM DOUBLE WIDTH TOWER - AGR Method
17COMPONENTS TABLE
MADW
Components Code Specs
220 320 420 520 620 720 820 920 1020 1120 1220
Tower Height in Mtrs 2.2 3.2 4.3 5.3 6.3 7.3 8.3 9.3 10.3 11.3 12.3
3.2 4.2 5.3 6.3 7.3 8.3 9.3 10.3 11.3 12.3 13.3
1.2 2.2 3.3 4.3 5.3 6.3 7.3 8.3 9.3 10.3 11.3
79/86
1 5 1 0 0
106/111 140/152 157/168 188/204 207/222 238/259 258/277 288/314 303/326 333/363
in Mtrs in Mtrs
in Kgs
2.0 MtrsFL20135
FS20135
FL10135
FS10135
2.0 Mtrs 1.0 Mtrs 1.0 Mtrs
Working Height Platform Height Weight
Ladder Frame Span Frame Ladder Frame Mini Span Frame Mini
4 0 4 0 2 0 0 0 1 1
1 1 1 1 4 0 4 2 2 0 0 0 1 1 11
2 2 0 0 0 4 4
2
4 4 0 0 2 1 1
2 2 1 1 0 4 4
2
4 4 0 0 2 1 1
3 3 0 0 0 4 4
2 6
4 0 0 3 1 1
3 3 1 1 0 4 4
2 6
0 4 0 3 1 1
4 4 0 0 0 4 4
2 8
0 4 0 4 1 1
4 4 1 1 0 4 4
2 8
0 0 4 4 1 1
5 0 0 0 4 4
2 10
0 0 4 5 1 1
5 5 1 1 0 4 4
2 10
0 0 4 5 1 1
6 6 0 0 0 4 4
2 12
0 0 4 6 1 1
CW150 CW200
JA500
ST300 ST450 ST600
BH200/250
BT200/250
BD200/250
PT200/250
PF200/250
2.0 Mtrs 2.2 Mtrs 3.0 Mtrs 4.5 Mtrs 6.0 Mtrs 2.0 Mtrs 2.0 Mtrs
Set
0.5 Mtrs
6 Inches 8 Inches
Caster Wheel Caster Wheel Adjustable Jack Horizontal Braces Diagonal Braces Stabilizer
4 4 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
ST200 2.0 Mtrs
Stabilizer Stabilizer Stabilizer Platform Trapdoor
Platform Fixed
Toe Board
2.0 Mtrs
AGR Frame AGR200/250 24 6 8 10
24 6 6 8 10

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