HSS Hire 69940 Troubleshooting guide

Panel
Lifter
Lift & Shift
A purpose built lift for raising
plasterboard panels into position
prior to fixing.
Operating & Safety Guide LS19
During use it is important that the operator
remains behind the winch assembly and the back
stop break leg is in contact with the floor. The back
stop will allow the unit to move away from the operator
but not backward toward him/her.
The lifter can be loaded in two ways, either with the
cradle flat or tilted.
To tilt the cradle lift the tilt lock up, then tilt the
cradle (approx 45 degs). Once loaded return the cradle
to horizontal and re-lock.
To raise the panel simply turn the winch clockwise
carefully manoeuvring the lifter until the panel is in the
correct position. You can then fix the panel in place.
To lower the cradle hold the winch to stop it rotating
then raise the winch lock lever and turn the winch
anti-clockwise until the cradle is fully lowered.
If the panel is to be attached to a sloping ceiling,
the cradle can be set/left in the tilted position as
previously described.
Never push the equipment beyond its design
limits. If it will not safely do what you want with
reasonable ease and speed, assume you have the wrong
equipment for the job. Contact your local HSS Lift & shift
Depot for advice.
Keep the equipment clean, you will find this less of a
chore if you clean it regularly, rather than wait until the
end of the hire period.
When not in use, store the equipment somewhere
clean, dry and safe from thieves.
To dismantle the lift, lock the cradle in the
horizontal position, reinsert the end supports and
remove the cross supports, remembering to press in
the spring loaded retainers.
FINISHING OFF
EQUIPMENT CARE
BASIC TECHNIQUES The cradle can now be lifted clear.
Now rotate the winch one full rotation then raise
the slide bar with your left hand whilst turning the
slide bar lock anti-clockwise.
Next push down on the top of the telescopic
section allowing the winch assembly to move
forward. Hold the assembly in position and swing
the transport hook over the telescopic section to
lock it in position. All that remains is to turn the
winch clockwise as far as it will go.
Lift the frame off of the tripod base then collapse
the tripod base assembly. Press in the lock pin and
swing the outer legs in until the lock pin re-engages to
hold the assembly closed.
Collect all the units parts together ready for return
to your local HSS Lift & Shift Depot.
Code 69940
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Tilt Lock
Tilting the Cradle

For advice on the safety and suitability of this equipment
contact your local HSS Lift & Shift Depot.
There is a serious risk of personal injury if you do
not follow all instructions laid down in this guide.
This equipment is designed to be used by an able
bodied, competent adult who has read and
understood these instructions. Anyone with either a
temporary or permanent disability, should seek expert
advice before using it.
Keep children, animals and bystanders away from
the work area.
Never use this equipment if you are ill,
feeling tired, 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 in moving parts, tie back long hair.
Use this equipment for vertical lifts only and
use on a level floor area able to take the
combined weight of the load and the equipment.
Ensure the load is balanced and stable and
that personnel stand clear of the raised load.
Make sure you know how to operate this
equipment safely and are aware of its limitations
before you use it.
It is both the hirers and the operators responsibility
to perform a risk assessment before assembling or
using this equipment. You are also responsible for the
safety of any one in the work area.
Make sure that anyone in the immediate work area
is warned of what you are doing.
Never allow anyone under a raised load or in a
position where they are at risk if the load shifts.
Never leave the equipment loaded or unattended.
This equipment MUST NOT be used to carry
personnel.
Never exceed the panel lifters safe working load
(68Kg) for the item being lifted.
Check the condition of the equipment before use.
If it shows signs of damage or excessive wear, return it to
your local HSS Lift & Shift Depot.
Check that the floor is capable of supporting this
type of loading.
Place the tripod base assembly on the floor, Press in
the lock pin and swing the outer legs out until the lock
pin re-engages to hold the tripod in a 3 point star. Now
lower the back stop leg.
GETTING STARTED
GENERAL SAFETY
Insert the frame assembly on to the tripod base
making sure that both the upper and lower locating
angles are correctly engaged.
The winch assembly must now be moved into its
operational position. To do this, release the winch
break lever by raising it slightly, then rotate the winch
anti-clockwise and lower the winch arm as far as it
will go. Keep a check on the winch cable to ensure it
remains under tension and doesn’t become loose on the
drum.
With the winch fully extended, release the winch
break lever and swing the transport hook clear of
the telescopic assembly.
Check that the slide bar lock is fully engaged (turn
clockwise) before proceeding, if it will not lock, DO
NOT USE THE LIFT, contact your local HSS Lift & Shift
Depot for advice.
Place the cradle on top of the telescopic assembly
ensuring the locating pin is fully inserted.
Slide the two cross support arms onto the cradle,
one each end, until the spring loaded retainers lock them
in position.
The panel lift is now ready to be used and only
requires slight adjustments to accommodate the
size of panel being lifted.
Extend the end supports to suit the size of panel.
Simply pull out the retaining pin, Slide the support out,
release the pin then continue extending until the pin
automatically engages into the pre-set distance location.
Side Bar
Lock
End
Support
Retaining
Pin
Spring Loaded
Retainer
End
Support
End
Support
Cradle
Slide
Bar
Winch
Assembly
Cross
Support Arm
Frame
Assembly
Cradle
Locating
Pin
Transport
Hook Telescopic
Assembly
Lower
Locating
Angle
Tripod Base
Assembly
Lock
Pin
Back Stop Leg
Winch
Break Lever
Panel Lifter