Intex Hi-Stride SHA1830 User manual

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WARNING: Read and become familiar with this manual BEFORE operating unit.
Failure to do so could result in serious property damage and or serious bodily injury.
Operation Manual

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Strut Tubes
1. Loosen tube clamp on each stilt. Insert lower strut tubes up through the bottom of the tube
clamps. Leave tube clamps loose for now.
2. Attach lower strut tubes to the rear outer leg bracket with the attached 1/4” x 1-3/4” cap
screw. Tighten well when assembly is complete.
3. Slide the upper strut tubes down over the lower strut tubes and through the tube clamps.
Position so the leg bands are just above the large portion of the leg calves. NOTE: Do not bend
the leg bands.
4. Evenly tighten the leg tube clamps just enough to prevent the upper strut tube from rotating
when used. Do not over tighten, as tubes could be permanently deformed requiring
replacement.
5. Position the tube clamps in the clamp bracket slots, according to your calf size, so the stilts
will stand straight when mounted and tighten well.
6. Attach the heel brackets to the footplates using the #10 x 1/2” machine screws and nuts.
Adjust the heel brackets so your outside ankle bone is directly over the rear pivot bolt and
tighten well.
NOTE: READ THE CAUTION LABEL ON THE FRONT OF THE STILTS!
ATTENTION - Please Read!
Proper assembly, care, inspection and maintenance, combined with responsible use is critical to
your product satisfaction and personal safety. It is your responsibility to read and observe these
instructions including the ‘do’s’ and ‘don’ts’. It is also your responsibility to use stilts that are well
maintained; to insist on a clean, clear work area and to always exercise caution while using your
stilts. Keep all bolts tight - special attention should be given to the entire strut tube assemblies
and wing bolts in this respect. If you have any questions concerning this product, please contact
Intex before assembly or use. Intex International will not be responsible for any accident resulting
from irresponsible use, improper use or failure to inspect and adequately maintain stilts.
W.L.L 102 kgs - Per Pair
90-Day limited warranty from date of purchase
90-Day limited warranty: Intex warrants the Intex Hi-Stride® stilts to be free of defects in material
and workmanship for a period of 90 days following the date of purchase, provided the stilts are
properly assembled, used and maintained in accordance with the stilt instructions included with
the product. Excluded from this warranty are components subject to normal wear including but
not limited to, nylon bearings, sleeves, leg band pads, soles, springs and straps. Also excluded
from this warranty are stilt components subject to abuse, misuse, neglect, modification and
accidental or intentional damage.
2. Assemble 1-3/4 cap screw, nylon
washers and locknut as shown.
1. Insert lower strut tube in
bracket and align holes.

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Customizing your own fit
Strap tightening sequence
Important: when mounting your stilts, always attach leg straps first, before feet. When
dismounting always unbuckle leg straps last, after unbuckling foot straps. Select a clear and level
area away from doors, floor vents, stairwells, windows etc. With the help of a colleague, strap
on your stilts as noted earlier. Stand with your legs comfortably apart, collect your balance…and
relax. If needed, re-adjust the strut tubes and clamps until your stilts and legs are straight and
comfortable.
Forward/rearward balance
When standing erect, your stilts should be in a neutral and vertical position. If they have a tendency
to lean forward or backward, make the following adjustments with the help of a colleague or after
removing your stilts. If the stilts lean forward, loosen the tube clamps and rotate the leg bands
and strut tubes toward the rear and tighten clamps. This adjustment is to insure proper forward
and backward balance. If this adjustment requires that the leg bands be rotated to where it is
uncomfortable, the heel brackets need to be adjusted in the same direction as the needed rotation.
Note: do not bend or ‘size’ leg bands to fit your leg!
Height adjustment
Remove the wing bolts on each stilt. Evenly raise the stilt legs to the desired height, align the wing
bolt holes in the legs and extension tubes, install wing bolts and tighten well.
Lateral Balance
When standing erect, the leg bands and upper strut tubes should apply a slight force against the
side of your legs. If they pull outward or press excessively inward, make the following adjustments
with the help of a colleague or after you have removed your stilts. Loosen the bolts & nuts in the
slotted brackets retaining the tube clamps on each stilt. Slide the strut tube assemblies and
clamps in the direction necessary to apply slight inward pressure to your legs. Security tighten. A
trial and error approach may be necessary to obtain this balance setting.
WARNING: Improperly used or out of balance stilts are not only
uncomfortable and tiring but could also be unsafe.
Walking Precautions
Important: Always take short, deliberate, distinct steps and walk with your stilts well apart.
Large or over-extended steps can cause the action springs to bottom out and place excess stress
on the stilt components. Excess stress could drastically reduce the life of your stilts or result in
component breakage.
Note: Always inspect before working!
Develop a habit of inspecting your stilts before each days use. Make certain both stilts are
completely free of any sign of damage or excessive wear and that all nuts and bolts are tight!
Special attention should be given to the entire strut tube assemblies and wing bolts in this respect.
Keep all labels legible.
Walking & Working
Learning to walk
Important: Read the “do’s” and “don’ts” for the use of your stilts before you attempt to learn
to walk on them. Remember, in order to develop safe work habits it is very important that you
observe the “do’s” and “don’ts” as you learn to walk on and work with your stilts. Select a clear and
level area (preferably near a wall) but away from doors, floor openings, stairwells, windows etc.
With the help of a colleague, mount your stilts and take slow deliberate short steps while keeping
your stilts well apart. Make sure that each step completely clears the floor, as you must never drag
or shuffle your feet. While assisted, walk slowly back and forth numerous times making a u-turn
to reverse your direction. Repeat walking back and forth until you develop a ‘feel’ for the stilts.
Practice walking until you feel secure and are able to walk unassisted.
Adjustment for walk
If you have a tendency to lean forward or backward while walking, you should adjust the action
springs. Make the following adjustments after removing your stilts:
To correct for leaning backward while walking, tighten the lower spring adjuster.
To correct for leaning forward while walking, tighten the upper spring adjuster.
Never tighten adjusters more than 1/5 of the way down, or approximately 15 turns as it will limit
the stilt action and impose excess stress on the components.

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Maintenance
Lubrication in order to keep your stilts operating freely, it is necessary to keep the ‘action’ components
reasonably clean and free of dents or burrs. (‘Action’ components are those that pivot, slide, telescope
etc). Lubricate the ‘action’ components lightly with a silicone spray or white graphite powder. Do not
use lubricating products which will remain wet and attract grit. Make certain soles are kept free of
lubricants or any foreign matter which could cause loss of traction.
Replacement Parts
All components are replaceable or serviceable. Determine the stilt model and size (outlined below), then
refer to the parts list. Contact your dealer for part needs.
Warning: Do not make modifications or substitutions of parts or re-assembly of your stilts. Always use
genuine replacement parts.
Replacement of Nylon Sleeves
1. Remove wing bolts and remove the upper foot plate (together with the extension tubes & floor plate).
2. Cut or pry the small sleeves from the extension tube upper ends and remove. The large sleeves can
now be removed. (Note the orientation of the large sleeves for correct assembly).
To Re-Assemble:
1. Check extension tube holes for burrs; file smooth if needed.
2. Slide new large sleeves down over the extension tubes until the large sleeve tabs are
aligned over the detents at the bottom of the extension tubes.
3. Insert new small sleeves over the tabs of the extension tubes.
4. Carefully insert the extension tube units all the way into the stilt legs until the large sleeve tabs ‘snap’
and ‘lock’ into the stilt leg slots.
5. Check stilt operation by adjusting stilts up and down.
6. Replace wing bolts and tighten well.
Questions - Need Assistance?
If you have any questions or queries concerning your stilts please visit intexinternational.com
for assistance.
DO…
DO…inspect stilts thoroughly before use, making sure that the structure is free of any sign of
damage, that there is no excessive wear at the connection points, and that all bolts are tight.
Special attention should be given to the entire strut tube assemblies and wing bolts in this respect.
DO…replace any damage or excessively worn stilt components before use. DO…fasten the upper
leg strap first when putting on stilts. DO…remove anything from the soles which could cause loss
of traction. DO…keep all straps tightly fastened and secured. DO…remove stilts to adjust them
unless assisted by another person. DO…take short and distinct steps, making sure the stilts are
raised well clear of the floor with each step. DO…walk forward only, making a U-turn to reverse
your direction. DO…keep stilts adjusted properly. DO…always look where you are stepping.
DO…walk only on suitable hard surfaces and level terrain. DO…cover or guard floor opening,
stairwells, etc. Do…remove stilts when climbing or descending stairs. DO…receive assistance
when retrieving objects from the floor. DO…be cautious when working around low-profile
furniture, fixtures, pipes, etc. Do…disconnect upper leg straps last when removing stilts.
DON’T…
DON’T…wear stilts without having the proper instruction on the use of them. DON’T…wear
stilts that are uncomfortable or out of adjustment. DON’T…wear stilts without having properly
inspected them first. DON’T…wear stilts that have damaged, excessively worn or modified
components. DON’T…walk on oily or otherwise slippery surfaces. DON’T…wear stilts on sandy,
rocky, uneven, muddy, or excessively soft terrain. DON’T…work around uncovered floor openings,
stairwells, etc. DON’T…work in or around loose wire, rope, electrical cords, paper bags, broken
glass, conduit, etc. DON’T…walk on secondary scaffolding, benches, planks, stools, etc. DON’T…
carry heavy loads while walking on stilts. DON’T…run or walk fast on stilts. DON’T…pick up
objects which are lower than foot level. DON’T…wear stilts that are taller than necessary.
DON’T…become so overconfident that you fail to exercise caution. DON’T…lean over desks, files,
boxes, or other objects while on stilts. DON’T…be irresponsible on stilts. DON’T…wear stilts
while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. DON’T…take steps so large that the action springs
bottom out. DON’T…modify this product in any manner.

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Intex Stilts Warranty
All warranties contained herein are non-transferable and limited exclusively to the original purchasers
of the Intex Hi-Stride® Stilts. The literature, statements, technical information and recommendations are
based on information we believe to be true and reliable, but the accuracy of completeness thereof is not
guaranteed.
90-day limited Warranty:
Intex International warrants the Intex Hi-Stride® Stilts to be free of defects in material and workmanship
for a period of 90 days following the date of purchase, provided the stilts are properly assembled,
used and maintained in accordance with the instructions included with the product. Excluded from
this warranty are stilts subjected to abuse, misuse, neglect, modification and accidental or intentional
damage.
One-year limited structural Warranty:
Intex warrants all Intex Hi-Stride® Stilts structural components to be free of defects in material and
workmanship for a period of one year following the date of purchase, provided the stilts are properly
assembled, operated and maintained in accordance with the instructions included with the product.
Excluded from this warranty are components subject to normal wear including but not limited to, nylon
Bearings, sleeves, leg band pads, soles, springs and straps. Also excluded from this warranty are stilt
components subjected to abuse, misuse, neglect, modification and accidental or intentional damage.
Warranty service:
For warranty service, return the Intex Hi-Stride® Stilts or components, with explanation prepaid to Intex.
We will repair or replace the component in question and return the product to you free of charge.
All warranties contained herein are limited only to repair and replacement of parts and product.
Excluded from all warranties contained herein are inbound freight and postage, freight losses, labour
charges outside our facility and damages caused by the customer improperly assembling the stilts,
or any accidental or intentional damage. Also excluded from all warranties contained herein are
consequential damages, incidental damages to persons and/or property connected with the use of Intex
Hi-Stride® Stilts.
Intex reserves the right to change, modify or improve the design of Intex Hi-Stride® Stilts without
assuming any obligations or liabilities relating to any stilts previously manufactured for/by Intex.
No other warranties, expressed or implied, including warranties of merchantability or fitness for
intended purpose shall be applicable to any Intex stilt.
The warranties contained herein shall constitute the buyers sole right and remedy relating to any Intex
stilt. In no event shall Intex have any liability for consequential damages; or for loss, damage or expense
directly or indirectly arising from the use of any Intex Hi-Stride® Stilts; or any inability to use the Intex
Hi-Stride® Stilts either separately or in combination with other equipment or materials or from any other
cause.
The liability or Intex arising out of contract, negligence, strict liability in tort or warranty shall not
exceed any amounts paid by the buyer or user for the Intex Hi-Stride® Stilts.
Part No. Description
HSP2440 Stilt, Adjustable from 24” to 40”
HSP1830 Stilt, Adjustable from 18” to 30”
HSP1523 Stilt, Adjustable from 15” to 23”
HSP1 Leg Band with Pad
HSP2 Leg Bands Spacer
HSP3 1/4”-20 x 2” Flat Head Machine Screw w/ Locknut
HSP4 Leg Strap
HSP5-C 1-1/8” O.D. Upper Side Pole (2440 only)
HSP5-B 1-1/8” O.D. Upper Side Pole (1830 only)
HSP5-A 1-1/8” O.D. Upper Side Pole (1523 only)
HSP6 #10-24 x 1/2” Machine Screw with Nut
HSP7 Arch Strap
HSP8 Toe Strap
HSP9 Nylon Foot Plate
HSP10 Adjustable Heel Bracket
HSP11 Leg Bearing
HSP12 1/4” Flat Washer
HSP13 1/4”-20 Locknut
HSP14 1/4”-20 Hex nut
HSP15 Spring Adjuster
HSP16 Upper Coil Spring (Black)
HSP17 2-3/4” x 3/4” Strap Mounting Metal Plate
HSP18 Nylon Spring Bearing
HSP19 #8 x 3/8” Self Threading Screw
HSP20 Spring Divider
HSP21 Large Leg Band Support Washer
HSP22 1/4” x 7-7/8” Stud Threaded Both Ends
HSP23-B 1” O/D Lower Strut Tube (1830)
HSP23-C 1” O/D Lower Strut Tube (2440)
Part No. Description
HSP23-A 1” O/D Lower Strut Tube (1523)
HSP24 1/4”-20 x 1-3/4” Cap Screw
HSP24-1 Bushing
HSP25 1/4”-20 x 1-5/8” Cap Screw with Locknut
HSP26 Nylon floor Plate
HSP27 1/4”-20 x 1-5/8” Cap Screw
HSP28 1/4”-20 x 1-5/8” Cap Screw with Square Nut
HSP29 Slide Pole Cap Clamp (F)
HSP30 Slide Pole Support Clamp (B)
HSP31 3 mm Metal Clamp Bracket
HSP32 1/4”-20 x 1-5/8” Cap Screw with Locknut
HSP33 Upper Strut Tube Cap Plug
HSP35 Strap Mounting Screw
HSP37 Sole Mounting Screw
HSP42 Wing Bolt with Washer
HSP44 Lower Coil Spring (Zinc Plated)
HSP45 Entire Spring Assembly
HSP46 Replaceable Sole
HSP47-B Forward Adjustable Leg Extrusion (1830)
HSP47-C Forward Adjustable Leg Extrusion (2440)
HSP47-A Forward Adjustable Leg Extrusion (1523)
HSP48 Downward Large Nylon Sleeve
HSP49 Upward Small Nylon Sleeve
HSP50-B Outward Leg Extrusion (1830)
HSP50-C Outward Leg Extrusion (2440)
HSP50-A Outward Leg Extrusion (1523)
HSP51-B Inner Extension Tube (1830)
HSP51-C Inner Extension Tube (2440)
HSP51-A Inner Extension Tube (1523)
Intex Hi-Stride® Stilts - Single Pole
Intex Hi-Stride® Stilts - Single Pole
CODE DESCRIPTION MATERIAL HEIGHT CTN QTY
SH A1830 Medium Aluminium Stilts Aluminium 450 - 750mm 1
SHA2440 Large Aluminium Stilts Aluminium 600 - 1000mm 1
SH A152 3 Small Aluminium Stilts Aluminium 380 - 585mm 1

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Part No. Description
HSP2440 Stilt, Adjustable from 24” to 40”
HSP1830 Stilt, Adjustable from 18” to 30”
HSP1523 Stilt, Adjustable from 15” to 23”
HSP1 Leg Band with Pad
HSP2 Leg Bands Spacer
HSP3 1/4”-20 x 2” Flat Head Machine Screw w/ Locknut
HSP4 Leg Strap
HSP5-C 1-1/8” O.D. Upper Side Pole (2440 only)
HSP5-B 1-1/8” O.D. Upper Side Pole (1830 only)
HSP5-A 1-1/8” O.D. Upper Side Pole (1523 only)
HSP6 #10-24 x 1/2” Machine Screw with Nut
HSP7 Arch Strap
HSP8 Toe Strap
HSP9 Nylon Foot Plate
HSP10 Adjustable Heel Bracket
HSP11 Leg Bearing
HSP12 1/4” Flat Washer
HSP13 1/4”-20 Locknut
HSP14 1/4”-20 Hex nut
HSP15 Spring Adjuster
HSP16 Upper Coil Spring (Black)
HSP17 2-3/4” x 3/4” Strap Mounting Metal Plate
HSP18 Nylon Spring Bearing
HSP19 #8 x 3/8” Self Threading Screw
HSP20 Spring Divider
HSP21 Large Leg Band Support Washer
HSP22 1/4” x 7-7/8” Stud Threaded Both Ends
HSP23-B 1” O/D Lower Strut Tube (1830)
HSP23-C 1” O/D Lower Strut Tube (2440)
Intex Hi-Stride® Stilts - Double Pole
Part No. Description
HSP23-A 1” O/D Lower Strut Tube (1523)
HSP24 1/4”-20 x 1-3/4” Cap Screw
HSP 24-1 Bushing
HSP25 1/4”-20 x 1-5/8” Cap Screw with Locknut
HSP26 Nylon floor Plate
HSP27 1/4”-20 x 1-5/8” Cap Screw
HSP28 1/4”-20 x 1-5/8” Cap Screw with Square Nut
HSP29 Slide Pole Cap Clamp (F)
HSP30 Slide Pole Support Clamp (B)
HSP31 3 mm Metal Clamp Bracket
HSP32 1/4”-20 x 1-5/8” Cap Screw with Locknut
HSP33 Upper Strut Tube Cap Plug
HSP35 Strap Mounting Screw
HSP37 Sole Mounting Screw
HSP42 Wing Bolt with Washer
HSP44 Lower Coil Spring (Zinc Plated)
HSP45 Entire Spring Assembly
HSP46 Replaceable Sole
HSP47-B Forward Adjustable Leg Extrusion (1830)
HSP47-C Forward Adjustable Leg Extrusion (2440)
HSP47-A Forward Adjustable Leg Extrusion (1523)
HSP48 Downward Large Nylon Sleeve
HSP49 Upward Small Nylon Sleeve
HSP50-B Outward Leg Extrusion (1830)
HSP50-C Outward Leg Extrusion (2440)
HSP50-A Outward Leg Extrusion (1523)
HSP51-B Inner Extension Tube (1830)
HSP51-C Inner Extension Tube (2440)
HSP51-A Inner Extension Tube (1523)
Intex Hi-Stride® Stilts - Double Pole
CODE DESCRIPTION MATERIAL HEIGHT CTN QTY
SHX1830 Medium Magnesium Double Support Stilts Magnesium 450 - 760mm 1
SHX2440 Large Magnesium Double Support Stilts Magnesium 610 - 1015mm 1
Intex Hi-Stride®
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