Euro Towers EUROFOLD User manual

EUROFOLD
TUV CERTIFIED QUALITY SYSTEM
TO ISO 9001:2015
CONFORMING TO EN 1004 2020
EUROPEAN STANDARD
TOWER MAX SAFE WORKING LOAD 750K | PLATFORM MAX SAFE WORKING LOAD 250KG
Trapdoor Platform
Toe-Board Set
4 Rung Frame
Stabiliser
Horizontal Brace
Castor
Diagonal Brace
Folding Base
Guardrail Frame
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Euro Towers Ltd, Unit 5 Edgemead Close, Round Spinney, Northampton, NN3 8RG
MANUFACTURED BY EURO TOWERS LTD

GENERAL SAFETY RULES
Before You Start
1. Familiarise yourself with these instrucons paying aenon to these safety
notes before you use the equipment supplied. Towers may only be assembled
and dismantled by a COMPETENT person familiar with these instrucons.
2. User training courses cannot be a substute for instrucon manuals but only
complement them.
3. This product shall only be used according to the instrucon manual.
4. Only original Euro Towers components specied in this manual shall be used.
5. It is recommended that this user manual be used in conjuncon with a suitable
risk assessment and method statement relave to the project.
6. This instrucon manual shall be available to the USER at ALL mes. Erecon,
alteraon or dismantle of the tower should not be aempted unless the manual
is present.
7. This mobile access and working tower shall only be used according to this
manual without any modicaon.
8. Mobile access and working towers shall only be used in accordance with
naonal regulaons.
9. You will require the following PPE and Tools to help avoid personal injury, Hard
Hat, Safety Gloves, Safety Shoes/Boots, Hi Vis vest/jacket and spirit level.
10. As part of your risk assessment do not erect, move or dismantle your tower in
excessive weather condions including heavy rain, sleet or snow that can aect
your an slip surfaces. Also avoid working in extreme heat and high winds.
11. Ensure you selected the correct plaorm height tower in relaon to the desired
working height (usually 2m) to avoid overreaching and other unsafe pracces.
12. Inspect all individual components before use to ensure quanty, compability,
any damages and all parts funcon correctly. Damaged or incorrect components
shall NOT be used.
13. Check the quanty of components supplied corresponds correctly to the king
list of the tower height you are planning to build. Do not start assembly if you
do not have the correct number of components. Do not use any tower that has
missing or damaged parts or has not been properly assembled.
14. Erect an exclusion zone and place warning signs if applicable to you.
15. It is recommended that a minimum of two person erect, alter and dismantle a
Tower but during the risk assessment addional person(s) may be required to
perform the task safely.
Inspecon, Maintenance and transport
16. Regularly inspect the individual components to ensure that they are not dam-
aged and funcon properly. Damaged components shall be isolated, tagged and
removed from use. They should be replaced and sent for repair or scrap.
17. Inspect all tube on frames, stabilisers and braces for dents, cuts and holes,
damaged equipment should be isolated, tagged and removed from use. Check
all joints for cracked welds and that they are secure.
18. Inspect Brace Hooks, check the clicker is funconing correctly and the hook is
not distorted from abuse. Check the brace is not bent/dented.
19. Inspect Plaorm for damage to the decking and xings and that (if ed)
trapdoor open and close freely and the hinge is secure. Check the aluminium
framework for damage and for cracked welds that may be damaged due to
overloading. Check the hooks are not distorted from abuse and the wind lock
clips are aached and funconing properly.
20. Inspect Stabiliser couplers can be ghtened and loosened freely. Ensure rubber
foot is securely ed and not worn out. Check adjusng pins on telescopic
stabilisers are ed.
21. Inspect castors, checking that the wheel turns and spins freely, that the brakes
engage and stops the castor from spinning. Ensure the castor has no at spots
and has a SWL.
22. Inspect the adjustable leg threads are clear of burrs and the nut runs freely up
and down the thread. Check the nut housing for abuse or missing nodules.
23. Light oil or lubricang spray may be used to free up jammed, clickers, castors,
adjustable leg nuts, stabiliser couplers, trapdoor hinges and latches.
24. Do not put excessive loads on the components during storage.
25. When transporng the components do not use excessive strapping forces when
securing the load, this may distort and damage components.
Assembling and Dismantling
26. Check ground condions are suitable for erecng and moving the tower and
the ground can take the loads imposed by the tower including weight of
equipment and persons. Do not assemble tower on unstable ground such as
drain, manhole covers, compacted ll or any other hazards highlighted during
the risk assessment.
27. Check for level and slope of the area where the tower is to be erected, moved
and dismantled is within the levelling height of the adjustable legs.
28. Check for obstrucons that could prevent erecon, moving and dismantling of
the tower safely.
29. Check for overhead hazards such as power lines. Do not assemble a tower near
uninsulated, live or energised electrical machinery or circuits, or near machinery
or plant that is in operaon.
30. Ensure the Tower is level. Castor wheels should remain LOCKED unless moving
the Tower. Adjustable legs are used for levelling the Tower. NEVER use to
gain addional height. Extra height is gained by using addional compable
components. Other items such as ladders, steps, boxes etc should never be used
to gain addional height.
31. All components should be passed up or down by hand where possible, where this
is not possible use a suitable material for liing (e.g. Heavy corded rope) and suf-
cient knot es (e.g. hitch knot or mber hitch) DO NOT use mechanical hoists.
32. Towers MUST always be climbed from the inside for access and egress using the
Integrated ladders or designated rungs. NEVER climb the outside of a Tower.
33. Do not lean ladders against a tower or climb the outside. Climb the ladder from
the inside as per the supplied access system and use the trapdoor for access and
egress.
34. Never climb on Diagonal or Horizontal braces or jump on to or o plaorms.
35. Working is only permied on a plaorm with a complete side protecon includ-
ing guardrails and toe boards.
36. Aer assembly or alteraon, the following minimum informaon shall be dis-
played on the tower: (A) The name and contact details of the person responsible
(B) If the tower is ready for applicaon or not (C) The load class and the uniformly
distributed load (D) If the mobile access and working tower is intended for indoor
use only (E) The date of assembly
Safe Use & Loadings
37. Before use, check that all components listed in the kit list have been used in the
Tower in the correct posion.
38. Care should be taken when using Power Tools or Jet washing or anything specic
to your job that could imply side loads and cause the tower to overturn. Maxi-
mum permied side load must not exceed 30kg (300n)
39. When liing components or materials keep within the base of the Tower. Ensure
the total weight of the User(s) any debris, materials being lied does not exceed
the Safe Working Load (SWL) of an individual plaorm (250kg) or the overall
structure (750kg) Loads must be uniformly distributed on the working plaorm
and not block trapdoors.
40. Mobile access and working towers designed in accordance with EN1004-1 are not
anchor points for personal fall arrest equipment.
41. Work should only be completed from one Working Plaorm at any me complete
with Guardrails and Toe Boards to prevent persons and materials falling from the
tower. Work should not be aempted from any other part of the tower including
stairs or braces.
42. The maximum number of person(s) permied on the working plaorm at any
me should not exceed the SWL (250kg). This should include any tools and or
materials
43. You should never stand on an unprotected plaorm (guardrails must be in place)
44. Consider measures to secure the tower when le unaended.
Stability & Moving
45. Ensure the Tower is level and the adjustable legs are engaged. Check that you
have taken all necessary precauons to prevent the Tower being moved or rolling
away. Always apply ALL brakes or use base plates for stac towers or inclined
surfaces.
46. Ensure that the scaold tower is within the maximum plaorm height as stated
and that the appropriate stabilisers are ed to suit. *Refer to king list.
47. A scaold tower should not be used or moved in wind speeds stronger than
17mph (7.7meters per second) (Beaufort force 4). If wind speeds exceed this,
consider tying the tower to a rigid structure or dismantling before it is exposed
to the strong winds.
48. Beware of the potenal wind factors where there is a possibility for the
tunnelling eect of open-ended buildings, unclad building and at the corners of
buildings
49. NEVER t sheets or cladding to a Tower. Such items can act as a sail and impose
extreme horizontal load onto a tower causing it to overturn.
50. When moving a tower plan the route, removing any obstrucons, ensuring the
ground can take the weight of the tower. Beware of so and uneven ground. Pay
aenon for
overhead hazards and ensure that all materials and persons are removed from
the Tower. If there are any doubts about the route, then dismantle and erect in
new locaon.
51. Towers should only be moved manually by pushing at the base of the tower at a
usual walking speed. The Tower height should be reduced to 4m if all 4 stabilisers
are in place and 2m if less than 4 stabilisers are in place. Stabilisers are raised
approximately 25mm clear of the ground and then castors are unlocked and the
tower can be moved.
52. When the Tower is reposioned reapply the brakes on castor wheels and the
tower shall be levelled using the adjustable legs for both horizontal and vercal
alignment. The
stabilisers can then be lowered making rm contact with the ground.
53. Towers should NEVER be lied or suspended by a crane or moved by mechanical
means
54. Towers are not designed to be used as a means to enter or exit other structures
55. Towers are not designed to be used as a means of edge protecon
56. All towers should be inspected before use.
Further informaon on inspecon and maintenance can be found on Euro Towers
inspecon posters. For further safety informaon or downloading instrucons call
Euro Towers or visit our website. www.eurotowers.co.uk

EUROFOLD KIT LIST
PLEASE NOTE
Only to be used on at surfaces unless equiped with adjustable legs.
If temporary platforms are used during assembly, reposition them during dismantling.
MOVING A TOWER Remove people and materials from the tower, and lower the tower to 4m if all 4
stabilisers are in place. If not then reduce tower height to 2m. Adjust and raise the stabilizers 25mm from the
ground, ensure the couplers are tight, and push from at or near the base by manual e󰀨ort only, never use
mechanical means. Recheck level and reposition stabilisers before use.
PPE REQUIRED: Hard Hat, Safety Gloves, Safety Boots/Shoes, Hi-Viz Vest/Jacket
TOOLS REQUIRED: Spirit Level
STABILISERS
Stabilisers increase the e󰀨ective base dimensions
and imrpove the stability of the tower. Position the
stabilisers symmetrically to obtain the maximum
base dimension.
Maximum distance
between platforms
shall not exceed
2.25m. Except the
distance to the
rst platform max
3.40m
Do not bridge
between towers.
Maximum inclination
for movement. Note
the maximum angle
allowed is dened by
the manufacturer
Do not build, dismantle
or attempt to work on
an access tower if the
wind speed
exceeds 17MPH
Maximum inclination
for movement. Note
the maximum angle
allowed is dened by
the manufacturer
Do not stand on an
unguarded platform
Do not lift the
tower with mechanical
equipment
Do not use the tower
for access and egress
to other structures
Do not suspend the
tower
Do not lift heavy ob-
jects from the tower
Do not move the
tower with people or
materials on it
Do not use ladders,-
boxes or other objects
to gain extra height
Do not climb the outside of the tower

1. Ensure all castors are rmly tted to the
folding frame. Then open folding frame and
engage toggle clamps.
When tted with adjustable legs, level your
tower using a spirit level as a guide.
2. Fit one horizontal brace to the vertical
above the rst rung of the unit, on the
opposite side of the folding gate (Front side).
3. Fit your 4 rung frames to the base frame 4. Fit one diagonal brace on the front side
starting from the 3rd rung to the 7th.
5. Fit your trapdoor platform to the 7th rung. 6. Fit 4 stabilisers at earliest opportunity
keeping lower arms as horizontal as
possible ideally 45 degrees.Stabilisers are
xed onto the frame uprights in each corner
by the attached couplers.
4.2M Step By Step Assembly Instructions

11. Fit 4 horizontal braces to form a
guardrail in the seated position using the
3T Method. Position above the rungs of
your guardrail frames.
12. Fit your toe-board set.
DISMANTLE TOWER IN REVERSE EXCEPT WHEN
DISMANTLING THE HANDRAILS.
UNCLIP THE 4 HOOKS ON THE OPPOSITE SIDE OF
LADDER FRAME FROM THE SEATED POSITION.
9. Add 2 more diagonal braces 2 rungs
above your platform.
10. Fit your next trapdoor platform to the
3rd rung down from the top. This will be the
top rung of your TT4F.
7. Fit 4 horizontal braces to form a
guardrail in the seated position using the
3T Method (Through The Trap). Position
above the 10th rung and below the 9th
using the locator nut.
NEVER STAND ON AN UNPROTECTED PLATFORMNEVER STAND ON AN UNPROTECTED PLATFORM
8. Add further frames once you are fully
guarded in.