facelift spider ts26 Operating instructions

shortform operating instructions
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This book is designed as a guide to enable you to start work quickly and safely. It is not intended
to replace the full manufacturer’s operating instructions (a copy of which should be with your
machine) which should be read and understood by anyone operating the machine.
SAFETY TIPS
In the unlikely event that your machine develops a fault
please contact the Facelift Tech Team on 01444 881100
ALWAYS
•Inspect your machine before use.
•Check all operations including ground controls.
•Check ground conditions.
•Check clearance from overhead obstructions (power
cables, building projections etc).
•Plan your task/job.
•Use sole boards under your outriggers at all times
regardless of ground conditions.
•Stabilise and level machine before use.
•Wear a safety harness connected to a suitable
anchorage point inside the platform.
•Operate all controls smoothly.
•Warn other people that you are there by means of
flashing lights, sign and cones.
•MAKE SAFETY YOUR No.1 PRIORITY.
NEVER
•Use an unsafe machine.
•Use an access platform to hoist loads like a crane.
•Overload cage/platform.
•Operate in strong winds (Check manufacturer’s
recommendation).
•Rest the cage on a structure or object to gain
extra support.
•Attach your safety harness to a structure outside of
the platform.
•Throw or drop anything from the platform.
•Use boxes, ladders or stand on handrails to gain additional
height, if you can’t reach, you need a bigger machine.
•Let an untrained person operate the access platform.
•Take unnecessary risks (hospitals and graveyards are
full of dead heroes!)
CONTENTS
Summary of Warnings ..........................................1
Hydraulic Equipment ............................................3
Operating Instructions ..........................................4
Notes ....................................................................9

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1SUMMARY OF WARNINGS
This list summarises critical WARNINGS in this manual. They are
repeated here to let you know how important they are. Study
these WARNINGS carefiully; they can save your life and the lives
of people with whom you work.
WHEN OPERATING THE SPIDER IN RAISED POSITION
(OUTRIGGERS FULLY EXTENDED) THE OUTRIGGERS
MUST BE PLACED IN STANDARD POSITION, SEE FIG.
FAILURE TO DO SO CAN COURSE INJURY OR DEATH.
DO NOT USE THE PLATFORM WITHOUT READING AND
FOLLOWING THE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY. FAILURE
TO COMPLY WITH CORRECT OPERATING PROCEDURES
AND SAFETY INSTRUCTION, CAN BE A CAUSE FOR
INJURY OR DEATH.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO OPEN ANY BOXES CONTAINING
ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS, WHEN POWER IS
CONNECTED TO THE MACHINE. POWER SUPPLY IS 230
VOLTS AND CAN CAUSE INJURY OR DEATH. BEFORE
OPENING THE BOXES WITH ELECTRICAL
COMPONENTS, 230 VOLT MUST BE DISCONNECTED
FROM THE MACHINE. REPAIR WORK WITH 24VDC
POWER CONNECTED SHALL ONLY BE PERFORMED BY
AUTHORISED PERSONNEL.
WHEN THE PLATFORM IS IN THE STOWED POSITION
OR THE OUTRIGGERS DO NOT HAVE A LOAD ON
THEM, THE RED INDICATOR LIGHTS ON THE
OUTRIGGERS SHALL BE ON. IF THEY ARE NOT ON
THE SAFETY SYSTEM HAS MALFUNCTIONED.
DO NOT USE THE PLATFORM IF THE RED LIGHTS
ARE OUT UNDER THESE CIRCUMSTANCES.
FAILURE IN THE SAFETY SYSTEM CAN CAUSE
INJURY OR DEATH. CALL AUTHORISED SERVICE
CENTRE IMMEDIATELY.
WHEN THE SPIDER IS USED FOR WELDING WORK THE
SPIDER HAS TO BE UNPLUGGED AND THE
OUTRIGGERS HAVE TO BE PLACED ON RUBBER MATS.
IF A CHAIN SHOULD BREAK, THE PLATFORM SHOULD
BE BROUGHT TO THE GROUND IMMEDIATELY. TO
CONTINUE OPERATING THE PLATFORM WITH A
BROKEN CHAIN, CAN CAUSE INJURY OR DEATH.
CALL AUTHORISED SERVICE CENTRE IMMEDIATELY.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO USE THE PLATFORM IF RED LIGHTS
ON THE OUTRIGGERS ARE NOT ON, WHEN OUTRIGGERS
ARE IN THE STOWED POSITION. IF THE RED LIGHTS ARE
OUT WHEN OUTRIGGERS ARE LIFTED OFF THE GROUND,
IT IS AN INDICATION THAT THE SAFETY SYSTEM – “CUT-
OUT” SYSTEM – IS NOT WORKING PROPERLY. FAILURE IN
THE SAFETY SYSTEM CAN CAUSE INJURY OR DEATH.
CALL AUTHORISED SERVICE CENTRE IMMEDIATELY.
IF BASE OF OUTRIGGER IS NOT LOCKED TO THE FRAME
OF THE PLATFORM, OUTRIGGERS CAN TURN
RESULTING IN INSTABILITY CAUSING INJURY OR DEATH.
LOCKING PIN FOR SECURING THE BASE OF THE
OUTRIGGER TO THE FRAME OF THE PLATFORM MUST
ALWAYS BE IN POSITION BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO
LIFT THE PLATFORM OFF THE GROUND.
IF THE FOOTPLATES ARE NOT MOUNTED AND SECURED
PROPERLY ON THE OUTRIGGERS, THE PLATFORM IS
NOT SECURED AGAINST MOVING ON THE OUTRIGGERS
WHICH CAN CAUSE INJURY OR DEATH.
FOOTPLATES MUST ALWAYS BE MOUNTED ON THE
OUTRIGGER AND SECURED BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO
LIFT THE PLATFORM OFF THE GROUND.

IF THE HINGED JOINT OF THE OUTRIGGER IS LOCKED
IN THE TRANSPORT POSITION AND NOT IN THE
STANDARD POSITION OR A MORE STRETCHED
POSITION, THE STABILITYSYSTEM CANNOT WORK,
WHICH CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
THE HINGED JOINT OF THE OUTRIGGERS MUST
ALWAYS BE LOCKED IN THE STANDARD POSITION OR
A MORE STRETCHED POSITION.
IF THE HINGED JOINT OF ALL THE OUTRIGGERS ARE NOT
LOCKED PROPERLY, THIS CAN CAUSE INJURY OR DEATH.
THE HINGED JOINT OF EACH OUTRIGGER MUST BE
TIGHTENED FIRMLY AND SECURED PROPERLY BEFORE
THE PLATFORM BASE IS LIFTED OFF THE GROUND.
SETTING UP THE PLATFORM ON SOFT GROUND CAN MAKE
THE PLATFORM LOOSE THE SUPPORT BY THE OUTRIGGERS
CAUSING SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. ONLY USE THE
PLATFORM ON HARD FLAT GROUND. LOAD APPLIED TO THE
GROUND IS GIVEN IN THE TECHNICAL DATA.
WHEN POSITIONING THE OUTRIGGERS ON THE
GROUND IT IS IMPORTANT TO ENSURE THAT ALL
HANDS, FEET AND ANY OTHER BODY PARTS ARE KEPT
CLEAR OF THE OUTRIGGERS OR FOOTPLATE. FAILURE
TO DO SO WILL RESULT IN INJURY OR DEATH.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO USE THE PLATFORM IF THE RED
LIGHTS ON THE OUTRIGGER REMAIN ON, WHEN THE
PLATFORM CHASSIS HAS BEEN LIFTED OFF THE GROUND.
IF ONE OR ALL RED LIGHTS REMAIN ON, IT IS AN
INDICATION THAT THE SAFETY SYSTEM IS NOT WORKING
PROPERLY. FAILURE IN THE SAFETY SYSTEM AND
CONTINUED OPERATION CAN CAUSE INJURY OR DEATH.
CALL AUTHORISED SERVICE CENTRE IMMEDIATELY.
BEFORE ENTERING THE BASKET, IT MUST BE
CONTROLLED THAT THE BASKET IS PROPERLY LOCKED
TO THE BASKET SUSPENSION. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO USE
THE PLATFORM WITHOUT THE USE OF A SAFETYBELT. THE
SAFETYBELT MUST BE PROPERLY LOCKED IN THE FIXING
POINT IN THE BUTTON OF THE BASKET.
INCORRECT OPERATING PROCEDURES CAN BE
COURSE FOR INJURY OR DEATH.
THE BASKET IS NOT INSULATED FOR WORK ON OR NEAR
HIGH VOLTAGE INSTALLATION OR ELECTRICAL WIRES.
WORK IN THE ASSUMED CLEAR DISTANCE FROM
ELECTRICAL POWER LINES. FAILURE TO DO SO CAN
RESULT IN ELECTROCUTION CAUSING INJURY OR DEATH.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO CLIMB OUTSIDE THE BASKET
WHEN IT IS PLATFORMED OFF THE GROUND.
ALWAYS MAKE SURE THAT YOU USE A SAFETYBELT
AS REQUIRED BY YOUR EMPLOYER OR THE
APPROPRIATE FALL PROTECTION.
FALLING FROM AN AERIAL PLATFORM CAN
CAUSE INJURY OR DEATH.
FALLING OUT OF THE BASKET CAN CAUSE INJURY OR
DEATH. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO CLIMB ON TOP OF THE
BASKET OR TO USE A LADDER OR THE LIKE FROM
THE BASKET.
OVERLOADING THE PLATFORM CAN CAUSE
INJURY OR DEATH.
DO NOT OVERLOAD THE BASKET, OR ATTEMPT TO
USE THE BASKET OR THE PLATFORM AS A CRANE.
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REAR AXLES NOT LOCKED WITH THE LOCKING PIN,
CAN MAKE THE REAR AXLE FALL OUT AND THE
PLATFORM TURN OVER, CAUSING SERIOUS
INJURY OR DEATH.
MAKE SURE THAT REAR AXLES ARE ALWAYS LOCKED
PROPERLY WITH LOCKING PIN.
WHEN DRIVING THE PLATFORM WITH THE AXLES IN
THE STOWED POSITION, ALWAYS KEEP THE
PLATFORM ON HARD FLAT GROUND AND IN LOW
SPEED. IF THE PLATFORM IS DRIVEN ON A SLOPE IT
CAN TIP OVER AND CAUSE INJURY OR DEATH.
USE THE WIDEST AXLE WIDTH POSSIBLE AT ALL TIMES.
2HYDRAULIC EQUIPMENT
2.1 POWER TRANSMISSION
The platform is equipped with an oil pump which is connected
to the 24V DC motor.
Furthermore proportional valves, filters and the oil tank in the
turret section enables power transmission.
2.2 ACTIVATING OF BOOM SECTIONS
Movements of main boom is done by hydraulic cylinders,
telescoping is done via a chain system.
IF A CHAIN SHOULD BREAK, THE PLATFORM
SHOULD BE BROUGHT TO THE GROUND IMMEDIATELY.
OPERATING THE PLATFORM WITH A BROKEN CHAIN,
CAN CAUSE INJURY OR DEATH.
CALL AN AUTHORISED SERVICE CENTRE IMMEDIATELY.
Hydraulic motor and gear with hydraulic release brake, swings
the jib approx. 2700. The turret is rotated by a planetary gear
and a hydraulic drive motor.
Self propelled drive via a hydraulic engine.
2.3 ACTIVATING OF OUTRIGGERS
Hydraulic cylinders provide movements of the outriggers.
All cylinders have safety valves.
2.4 BASKET LEVELLING
Basket is levelled by a closed hydraulic circuit via a double
chain system.
One chain is carrying the load and another chain is provided in
case of emergency.
IF A CHAIN SHOULD BREAK, THE PLATFORM MUST
BE BROUGHT TO THE GROUND IMMEDIATELY, TO
CONTINUE OPERATING THE PLATFORM WITH A
BROKEN CHAIN CAN CAUSE INJURY OR DEATH.
CALL AUTHORISED SERVICE CENTRE IMMEDIATELY.
2.5 GROUND CONTROLS
If a failure occurs in the basket controls, the basket can be
brought down to the ground by using the ground controls on
turret base.
2.6 EMERGENCY CONTROLS
Should the ground button controls also malfunction, the
platform is equipped with an emergency control – start pump
button (red button on the right hand side of the ground control
box) which when engaged and by using the hydraulic valve for
the desired function and by pushing the two LS-valve can bring
the basket down to the ground.
WHEN OPERATION THE PLATFORM FROM THE
GROUND, BY ENGAGING ON THE HYDRAULIC
VALVES DIRECTLY, THE SAFETYSYSTEM OF THE
PLATFORM IS OUT OF FUNCTION. WHEN OPERATING
THE PLATFORM DIRECTLY ON THE HYDRAULIC
VALVES, “TELESCOPE IN” IS THE ONLY FUNCTION TO
BE USED UNTIL THE TELESCOPE IS FULLY
RETRACTED. FAILURE TO DO SO, CAN CAUSE
PERSONNEL INJURY OR DEATH.
CALL AUTHORISED MAINTENANCE IMMEDIATELY.
2.7 EMERGENCY LOWERING
Should all electrical installations not work the platform is
equipped with a manually operated handpump, which can
provide oilpressure to bring the basket on the ground, if
engaged while pressing hydraulic valve as per above pos.
2.8 BASKET SWING
(1.) Hydraulic gear with motor. 180º rotation.

2.9 BASKET-LOCK.
If the basket suddenly starts to turn over, the basket automatically
will be locked, and the main boom can not be activated.
The platform can now be brought to the ground.
WHEN OPERATION THE PLATFORM FROM THE GROUND,
BY ENGAGING ON THE HYDRAULIC VALVES DIRECTLY,
THE SAFETY SYSTEM IS NOT FUNCTIONING. “BOOM IN”
AND “MAIN BOOM UP” ARE THE ONLY FUNCTIONS TO
BE USED UNTIL THE BOOM IS FULLY RETRACTED.
FAILURE TO DO SO CAN CAUSE INJURY OR DEATH.
CALL AN AUTHORISED SERVICE CENTRE IMMEDIATELY.
3OPERATING INSTRUCTION
3.1 SETTING UP THE PLATFORM.
1. Engage the main key. The red light on all (4) outriggers and
on the red “stability” indicator light, on the platform control
box must be on, when the platform is in the stowed
position. Make sure always to check the lights while the
platform is in the stowed position.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO USE THE PLATFORM IF THE RED
LIGHTS ON THE OUTRIGGERS ARE NOT ON WHEN THE
OUTRIGGERS ARE IN THE STOWED POSITION. IF THE
RED LIGHTS ARE OUT WHEN THE OUTRIGGERS ARE
LIFTED OFF THE GROUND, IT IS AN INDICATION THAT
THE SAFETY SYSTEM – “CUT-OUT” SYSTEM, IS NOT
WORKING PROPERLY. FAILURE IN THE SAFETY
SYSTEM CAN CAUSE INJURY OR DEATH.
CALL AN AUTHORISED SERVICE CENTRE IMMEDIATELY.
2. Always remember to keep the platform plugged in at all times.
3. Place the outriggers in the best possible horizontal
position. Standard position is 450 to the chassis and
always lock with the locking pin to the chassis frame.
WHEN OPERATING THE SPIDER IN RAISED POSITION
(OUTRIGGERS FULLY EXTENDED) THE OUTRIGGERS
MUST BE PLACED IN STANDARD POSITION, SEE FIG.
FAILURE TO DO SO CAN COURSE INJURY OR DEATH.
IF THE BASE OF THE OUTRIGGER IS NOT LOCKED TO
THE FRAME OF THE PLATFORM, OUTRIGGERS CAN
TURN, RESULTING IN INSTABILITY CAUSING INJURY
OR DEATH. LOCKING PIN FOR SECURING THE BASE OF
THE OUTRIGGER TO THE FRAME OF THE PLATFORM,
MUST ALWAYS BE IN POSITION BEFORE ATTEMPTING
TO LIFT THE PLATFORM OFF THE GROUND.
Loosen the hinged joint so that the teethes are fully apart, (notice
the small hinged safety handle, which prevents the hinged joint
from loosening when tightened), and check that the lower part
of the outrigger hangs freely.
Lower the outrigger by the outrigger control on the valves, until
the outrigger pad! outrigger wheel is just above the ground.
Mount the footplates on the outrigger, and make sure that all
footplates are locked properly.
IF THE FOOTPLATES ARE NOT MOUNTED AND
SECURED PROPERLY ON THE OUTRIGGERS, THE
PLATFORM IS NOT SECURED AGAINST MOVING ON
THE OUTRIGGERS WHICH CAN CAUSE INJURY OR
DEATH. FOOTPLATES MUST ALWAYS BE MOUNTED ON
THE OUTRIGGER AND SECURED BEFORE ATTEMPTING
TO LIFT THE PLATFORM OFF THE GROUND.
Open/turn the lower part of each outrigger, at least to the
standard position, and tighten the hinged joint fully by the
handwheel. Turn the small safety handle into position between
the two plates of each of the upper and lower part of the
outrigger, to secure the hinged joint against loosening/opening.
IF THE HINGED JOINT OF THE OUTRIGGER IS LOCKED
IN THE TRANSPORTPOSITION AND NOT IN THE
STANDARDPOSITION OR A MORE STRETCHED
POSITION, THE STABILITYSYSTEM CANNOT WORK,
WHICH CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
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THE HINGED JOINT OF THE OUTRIGGERS MUST
ALWAYS BE LOCKED IN THE STANDARD POSITION
OR A MORE STRETCHED POSITION.
IF THE HINGED JOINT OF ALL OUTRIGGERS
ARE NOT LOCKED PROPERLY, THIS CAN CAUSE
INJURY OR DEATH.
THE HINGED JOINT OF EACH OUTRIGGER MUST
BE TIGHTENED FIRMLY AND SECURED
PROPERLY BEFORE THE PLATFORM BASE IS
LIFTED OFF THE GROUND.
SETTING UP THE PLATFORM ON SOFT GROUND CAN
MAKE PLATFORM LOOSE THE SUPPORT BY THE
OUTRIGGERS SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
ONLY USE THE PLATFORM ON HARD FLAT GROUND.
LOAD APPLIED TO THE GROUND IS GIVEN IN THE
TECHNICAL DATA.
WHEN LOWERING THE OUTRIGGERS MAKE SURE
THAT THERE IS NO INTERFERENCE WITH THE REAR
AXLES. DO NOT LOWER THE OUTRIGGERS WHEN
THEY ARE LOCKED IN THE STOWED POSITION
(NARROW POSITION). THIS IS NOT A WORKING
POSITION AND CAN CAUSE INTERFERENCE WITH
PLATFORM BASE (I.E. REAR AXLES) RESULTING IN
STRUCTURAL DAMAGE.
5. Lower the outrigger by the outrigger control valves. First all
the outriggers should be brought to light contact with the
ground one by one and then controlled two at a time to
give equal pressure on each leg.
WHEN POSITIONING THE OUTRIGGERS ON THE
GROUND IT IS IMPORTANT TO ENSURE THAT ALL
HANDS, FEET AND ANY OTHER BODY PARTS ARE KEPT
CLEAR OF THE OUTRIGGERS, FOOTPLATE AND ANY
OTHER MOVING PARTS. FAILURE TO DO SO CAN
RESULT IN INJURY OR DEATH.
When setting up the outriggers, the platform must be on hard
flat ground. Make sure that the platform is in horizontal level by
checking the level sight gauge located on the base of the
platform chassis.
SETTING UP THE PLATFORM OUT OF HORIZONTAL
LEVEL OF THE GROUND CAN GIVE INSTABILITY
CAUSING INJURY OR DEATH.
THE PLATFORM MUST BE SET UP WITH CHASSIS
IN A HORIZONTAL LEVEL.
The outreach of the platform depends on how the outriggers are
placed. Wider outrigger span and lower basket load means
longer outreach.
In standard position the platform must be raised approx. 1 ft./30
cm of the ground. In this position the working height is approx.
61 ft.125 m (see outreach diagram).
In order to achieve the additional working height of 85 ft.126 m
the platform must be raised approx. 3.5 ft./1 m off the ground
(see outreach diagram). In this position the horizontal outreach
will be slightly reduced.
When the outriggers are pressed down on the ground the (4) red
lights must be turned off. If not, do not operate the platform.
WHEN THE PLATFORM IS IN THE STOWED POSITION
OR THE OUTRIGGERS DO NOT HAVE A LOAD ON
THEM, THE RED INDICATOR LIGHTS ON THE
OUTRIGGERS SHOULD BE ON. IF THEY ARE NOT ON,
THE SAFETY SYSTEM HAS MALFUNCTIONED. DO NOT
USE THE PLATFORM IF THE RED LIGHTS ARE OUT
UNDER THESE CIRCUMSTANCES. FAILURE IN THE
SAFETY SYSTEM CAN RESULT IN INJURY OR DEATH.
CALL AN AUTHORISED SERVICE CENTRE IMMEDIATELY.
6. Lift the main boom up to horizontal level and rotate the
swing jib to approximately 4 feet/1.2m above the ground
by using the ground controls on the turret.

DO NOT TELESCOPE WITH THE JIB IN ITS SEAT, THIS WILL
CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE PAINT ON THE MAIN BOOM.
7. Mounting of basket.
Swing away jib for controlpanel to allow mounting of basket.
Mount the basket, by sliding it in over the two bars at the
basket mount, and make sure the basked is locked to the
mount by the vertical locking mechanism in the bottom of
the basket.
8. The basket is now mounted and the platform is ready for use.
9. After use of the platform, the outriggers can be stowed by
following the above instructions in reverse row.
10. If 230 V A C direct power is not available, it is possible to
work without being connected to the 230 V A C outlet, but
to avoid discharging the batteries the battery charger shall
if possible always be plugged in.
WHEN MOUNTING THE BASKET MAKE SURE THAT THE
BASKET IS LOCKED PROPERLY. A BASKET NOT LOCKED
PROPERLY CAN FALL OF AND CAUSE INJURY OR DEATH.
WHEN THE SPIDER IS USED FOR WELDING WORK THE
SPIDER HAS TO BE UNPLUGGED AND THE
OUTRIGGERS HAVE TO BE PLACED ON RUBBER MATS.
3.2 OPERATING THE PLATFORM
1. Read the complete manual and the safety instructions, and
make sure to perform the daily safety check before
attempting to use the platform.(Section 3.6)
2. Set up the Platform as per section 3.1.
3. Enter the basket (max. lb. 440/200 kg.)
4. The platform can now be operated. The main boom should
be horizontal to the ground when entering the basket.
The platform shall be used by personnel to gain access i.e. for
maintenance and cleaning operations.
The platform is not isolated for work on or near high voltage
installations, and the platform shall not be used for any other
purpose than to give access for personnel. The platform shall
not be used as a crane, and big objects shall not be placed in
the basket or on the boom, i.e. big signs or windows.
Contact between platform or basket and fixed objects i.e.
buildings shall be avoided.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
BEFORE ENTERING THE BASKET, IT MUST BE
CONTROLLED THAT THE BASKET IS PROPERLY LOCKED
TO THE BASKET SUSPENSION. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO USE
THE PLATFORM WITHOUT THE USE OF A SAFETYBELT.
THE SAFETYBELT MUST BE PROPERLY LOCKED IN THE
FIXING POINT IN THE BUTTON OF THE BASKET.
INCORRECT OPERATING PROCEDURES CAN BE
COURSE FOR INJURY OR DEATH.
THE BASKET IS NOT ISOLATED FOR WORK ON OR
NEAR HIGH VOLTAGE INSTALLATION.
WORK IN THE ASSURED CLEAR DISTANCE FROM
ELECTRICAL POWER LINES.
FAILURE TO DO SO CAN RESULT IN ELECTROCUTION
CAUSING INJURY OR DEATH.
The platform is operated by the two joysticks and a platform
enable button for two-handed control. (option)
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO CLIMB OUTSIDE THE BASKET
WHEN IT IS LIFTED OFF THE GROUND.
ALWAYS MAKE SURE YOU USE A SAFETY BELT AS
REQUIRED BY YOUR EMPLOYER OR THE
APPROPRIATE FALL PROTECTION. FALLING FROM AN
AERIAL PLATFORM CAN CAUSE INJURY OR DEATH.
FALLING DOWN FROM AN AERIAL PLATFORM CAN
CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO CLIMB ON TOP OF THE BASKET
OR TO USE A LADDER OR THE LIKE FROM THE BASKET.
OVERLOADING THE PLATFORM CAN CAUSE
SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
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DO NOT OVERLOAD THE BASKET, OR ATTEMPT TO
USE THE BASKET OR THE PLATFORM AS A CRANE.
5. The emergency stop button cuts off the main power and
prohibits all movement.
6. If the red stability lamp on the basket control box and on
one, or more of the outriggers is on, and the boom
functions stop, the main reason is that the limit for sufficient
stability is reached. (This is normally caused by maximum
outreach with the given basket load compared to the span
of the outriggers).
As long as these red lights are on, the only functions that
increase stability can be used:
•TELESCOPE IN
•MAJNBOOM UP
7. Routable basket (optional equipment).
If the platform is equipped with a routable basket, the
basket can be rotated by means of a turn switch.
As illustrated below the basket can only be rotated when
the jib in above horizontal level (the area marked with +).
If the basket rotation is activated below the horizontal level
(area marked with -) the rotation movement will be blocked
and the yellow “movements blocked” light turns on, on the
basket control panel.
8. Emergency control.
a. If the controls are malfunctioning, push the
emergency control button (red button on the back of
the ground control box on turret) while simultaneously
pressing the third from the top left hydraulic valve by
using the installed handles, until the boom is fully
retracted. By directly pushing the valves, the stability
system is not working. See WARNING below.
WHEN OPERATION THE PLATFORM FROM THE
GROUND, BY ENGAGING ON THE HYDRAULIC VALVES
DIRECTLY, THE SAFETYSYSTEM OF THE PLATFORM IS
OUT OF FUNCTION. WHEN OPERATING THE PLATFORM
DIRECTLY ON THE HYDRAULIC VALVES, “TELESCOPE
IN IS THE ONLYFUNCTION TO BE USED UNTIL THE
TELESCOPE IS FULLY RETRACTED. FAILURE TO DO SO,
CAN CAUSE PERSONNEL INJURY OR DEATH.
CALL AUTHORISED MAINTENANCE IMMEDIATELY.
b. When boom is fully retracted, the other functions can
be used to rotate swing jib down and then boom
down until basket is brought to the ground, as long as
there is no interference between booms and basket.
9. Emergency lowering.
a. If the emergency control is malfunctioning, the red
emergency lowering valve shall be opened by turning
it parallel to the oilpipe. The manual hand pump and
manual valves must be used simultaneously, as per
above pos. 6. By directly using the valves, the stability
system is not working. This valve is situated to the left
of the hand pump (see page 34).
See WARNING below.
WHEN OPERATION THE PLATFORM ENGAGING ON THE
HYDRAULIC VALVES OF THE PLATFORM IS OUT OF
FUNCTION.
WHEN OPERATING THE PLATFORM DIRECTLY ON THE
HYDRAULIC VALVES, “TELESCOPE IN” IS THE ONLY
FUNCTION TO BE USED UNTIL THE TELESCOPE IS
FULLY RETRACTED. FAILURE TO DO SO, CAN CAUSE
PERSONNEL INJURY OR DEATH.
CALL AUTHORISED MAINTENANCE IMMEDIATELY.
OVERVIEW OF OPERATION LOCATIONS
Figure 1
1. Switch for emergency pump
2. Valve bIock, including handle for valve control
3. Sign with valve block functions
Figure 2
1. Ball plug valve (red) emergency
control should normally be turned off.
2. Magnetic valve.
3. Needle valve for adjustment of basket.
4. Needle valve for adjustment of basket.
5. Locking screw on emergency pump.
6. Handle for emergency pump.

10. Manuel emergency lowering.
If the hydraulic pump is not working the platform can be brought
to the ground via the manual handpump system, by following
the below procedure.
WHEN OPERATION THE PLATFORM FROM THE
GROUND, BY ENGAGING ON THE HYDRAULIC VALVES
DIRECTLY, THE SAFETYSYSTEM OF THE PLATFORM IS
OUT OF FUNCTION.
WHEN OPERATING THE PLATFORM DIRECTLY ON THE
HYDRAULIC VALVES, “TELESCOPE IN” IS THE ONLY
FUNCTION TO BE USED UNTIL THE TELESCOPE IS
FULLY RETRACTED. FAILURE TO DO SO, CAN CAUSE
PERSONNEL INJURY OR DEATH.
CALL AUTHORISED MAINTENANCE IMMEDIATELY.
Before starting any manual emergency procedure the
platform must always be stabilised, as follows:
1. Telescopic arm in.
2. Main arm up.
1. Check that the locking screw (Fig. 2.5) on the hand pump
is locked to the flght.
2. Open up the emergency control valve (Fig. 2.1).
3. Activate the valve block (Fig. 1.2) function according to the
sign (Fig. 1.3).
4. Pump the handle (Fig. 2.6).
Main arm in/sleewing turret:
1. Check that the locking screw (Fig. 2.5) on the hand pump
is locked to the fight.
2. Open up the emergency control valve (Fig. 2.1).
3. Push valve (Fig. 2.2).
4. Activate the valve block (Fig. 1.2) function according to the
sign (Fig. 1.3).
5. Pump the handle (Fig. 2.6).
Once the procedure is complete, turn off the ball plug
valve (8) that is positioned crosswise.
3.3 AFTER OPERATING THE SPIDER.
1. Bring the basket down: telescope in and place main boom
in the seat and bring the basket to the ground, but never
on the ground.
DO NOT BRING THE BASKET DOWN INTO THE
GROUND. THIS CAN CAUSE STRUCTURAL
DAMAGE TO THE SPIDER.
2. Take the basket off and rotate the swing jib in itís seat.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
3. Lift the outriggers off the ground and loosen the hinged joints.
Lift the outriggers all the way up to stowed position and
lock the toggle joints.
4. For entering narrow places the outriggers can be swung
parallel to the base and locked into position. The footplates
can be removed if most narrow position is required.
5. Now the SPIDER is ready for transport.
6. If the SPIDER only has to be moved a short distance for the
next job, it is only necessary to take the outriggers off the
ground a few inches/centimetres and then drive the
SPIDER to the next place if space allows.
When the SPIDER is transported, the outriggers shall be raised
a minimum of 5 cm above the ground.
3.4 DRIVING THE SPIDER – SELF-PROPELLED DRIVE.
1. The SPIDER is self-propelled via a helm station, which
means that it can lift itself on and off a truck, trailer, etc. and
be moved to ajob site and back.
2. To change the axle width on rear set of wheels, lift the
wheels off the ground with the outriggers. See instructions
for setting up the SPIDER. (Section E). Remove locking pin
for rear axles and adjust the axle with to the needed with
and lock axle position with locking pin.
REAR AXLES NOT LOCKED WITH THE LOCKING PIN,
CAN MAKE THE REAR AXLE FALL OUT AND THE
PLATFORM MAY TIP SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
MAKE SURE THAT REAR AXLES ARE
ALWAYS LOCKED LOCKING PIN.
3. Always use the maximum possible axle width that
space allows.
WHEN DRIVING THE SPIDER WITH THE AXLES IN THE
STOWED POSITION, KEEP THE PLATFORM ON HARD,
FLAT GROUND AND IN LOW SPEED. IF THE PLATFORM
IS DRIVEN ON A SLOPE IT CAN TIP OVER AND CAUSE
INJURY OR DEATH. USE THE WIDEST AXLE WIDTH
POSSIBLE AT ALL TIMES.
4. Turn on the power by using the main-key.
5. On the helm station there are two directional switches for
two speed forward and reverse drive.
6. 3 wheel drive (option)
CAUTION
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A separate 2 way switch for connecting 3 wheel drive is situated
on the battery charger box. When switched in the on position,
the 3 wheel drive is activated, when the handle switch is
activated in the first steep (slow speed). Handle switch second
step gives only drive on front wheel.
3.6 SAFETY INSTRUCTION.
When using the SPIDER you must always make sure that the
necessary stability is maintained. The control system secures
that the maximum reachable load according to the outreach is
limited by the chosen positions of the outriggers.
When max. capacity has been reached, a red “Stability” light on
the control box and on the outriggers with minimum load light
up. This indicates that the “cut-out” zone, has been reached.
Simultaneously all movements that could further reduce stability
are stopped. Only movements that will reduce the working radius
and centre the load are permitted. “Boom In” and “Boom Up”.
If the work demands a bigger outreach the outriggers must be
changed if the “cut-out” zone has been reached.
Changing the position of the outrigger shall only be performed
with platform in transport position and basket dismounted.
Safe work with the SPIDER demands that the instructions for
use and maintenance are followed, and that the daily safety
check is performed prior to the operation of the platform.
3.6.1 Daily Safety Checks
1. Perform the daily check of safety system, and check the
platform for any defects such as: damaged cables or
chains; hydraulic leaks; loose wiring, structural damage,
damaged basket mounting brackets, tire damage, etc.
2. Do not exceed the rated maximum payload of the platform.
3. Check that all controls are functioning correctly in an area
free from obstructions.
4. Check that all placards and decals are easily readable and
in place.
5. The platform must be on hard flat ground and level.
6. According to National Standards the platform must only be
used by qualified trained personnel.
7. Work has to be stopped when wind exceeds 20 knots
(Windforce 6 after Beaufort).
8. Work near on high voltage installations is prohibited. THE
SPIDER IS NOT INSULATED.
9. When working on public roads or places, the working area must
be corded off and surrounded by signs of flashing yellow lights.
10. When the SPIDER is left unattended, it must be secured
against unauthorised use.
11. Do not operate the platform if it has a malfunction.
12. Do not operate unless all railings are in place and in
good condition.
13. Do not modify or remove any safety devices, placards or any
other part of the SPIDER, or use unauthorised components
for repairs. Modification without approval is an OSHA violation.
The platform must be checked for any malfunctions and greased
as per manufacturers specification.
The platform must have an annual inspection performed by a
certified aerial lift company.
NOTES

When hiring access equipment we
strongly recommend taking
advantage of one of our one day
operator training courses
As
Facelift is an accredited
IPAF (Independent Powered
Access Federation) training
centre you can be sure that
your staff will be trained to
a high standard and
receive an internationally
recognised qualification.
Courses can take place on your own premises or at one of our training
centres, situated in Hickstead, Iver, Southampton and Liverpool.
We can train your personnel on any of the following equipment:
(SL) Scissor Lift
(SPB) Self Propelled Boom
(VMP26) Truck/Van mounted to 26m
(VMP200) Truck mounted over 26m
(VPP) Vertical Personnel Platform
(TP) Trailer/Push around
The one day course* covers site safety, practical demonstration, sole
usage and site risks and includes a theory test.
*(two day course for VMP200)
Successful candidates are issued with the IPAF PAL card, widely
accepted by both the CITB and Health And Safety Executive.
For further information or to arrange a training course call us today on:
0800 0 72 55 72
operator training centre
0800 52 15 95
www.facelift.co.uk