Lyte Industries Podium Steps User manual

Inspection to be carried out prior to every use. Detailed inspection to
be carried out depending on the frequency of use.
1. Check castors are firmly fixed and locking mechanisms are
functioning correctly. If not,adjust to suit.
2. Check step hook clips engage correctly.
3. Decking should be checked for damage and free of any material
likely to cause slipping e.g. oil etc.
4. Check knuckle hinges are secure and operate correctly.
5. Check knuckle joint locking pin is attached.
6. Check all welds are free from cracks or damage.
7. Check all tubes are free from dents or damage.
8. Check that erected steps are used on a level surface.
9. Check for correct positioning of platform and extending
guardrail.
10. The user must inspect for any signs of wear, decay,dents,
cracks, splits or warping.Thorough inspection after adverse
weather conditions.
Always refer to this checklist before and after erection of the podium.
If in doubt about any application consult your supplier
for advice.
Assembly Checklist
9. Push unit into position with folding frame A facing work.Rest
on a firm and level base; beware of any overhead hazards near
where you are going to work.
10. When standing on work platform swing guardrail gate F into
position and lock behind you.
11. To move unit unlock gate and dismount, unlock castors and
repeat procedures 6 & 7.
12. Safe working load on work platform is 150kg, or one man plus
hand tools.
13. Do not over-reach when working on platform,and limit
horizontal force to 10kg (22lb).Work only at a comfortable arms
length.
14. Do not, under any circumstances,move unit with anyone on it.
15. Never put anything on the platforms to gain extra height, stand
on the work platform only.
16. Never use damaged or incompatible equipment.
17. If in doubt about any application do not guess, consult your
supplier.
18. See opposite for checklist.
Special Note
There may sometimes be a requirement for stabilisers to be fitted.
If so, fit on to back verticals to be in line with folding back frame.
Additional User Notes
Please remember - A thorough risk assessment
must be carried out prior to any work being
carried out at height.
Assembly Instructions for
Lyte Industries Wind Rd, Ystradgynlais,
Powys, UK SA9 1AF
Telephone: [phone] Sales Fax: [phone]
Email: [email protected]
4313-PODIUM/0308
Are you qualified to work at height?
Here at Lyte we have strengthened our commitment to
our customers even further with the introduction of
access industry training courses.
We now offer the nationally recognised PASMA andThe
Ladder Association courses to all our customers.
The Work at Height Regulations 2005 require that work
at height is undertaken by a competent person, or if
being trained, under the supervision of a competent
person.
PASMA andThe Ladder Association therefore sponsor
training courses provided only by authorised training
members. Lyte is proud to be one of these members.
The training courses are based on a format and content
agreed by all PASMA andThe Ladder Association
members and draws upon their collective, first-hand
experience. Widely recognised and recommended by
safety professionals, it provides successful delegates
who pass a written and practical test with a competency
certificate and an encapsulated, credit card-sized Photo
card.
For more information or to book a training course
please contact the Lyte Training Co-ordinator on
01639 846800.
www.lyteladders.co.uk
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In some cases, an expansion pack may be purchased separately to the
Podium Step. In this instance,please follow the set instructions below
carefully. If in doubt, consult Lyte Industries for advice.
1. Disengage all four spring clips on podium and locate the pre-drilled
holes on the Podium frame.
2. Measure where to drill holes on expansion pack by drawing a clear
line across each section, with one set of holes 60mm from the bottom
of pack (for retracted position) and one set at 315mm from bottom of
pack (for extended position), as shown in diagram.
3. Slot the expansion pack into the Podium frame guardrail (G1 & G2 as
shown in diagram 4) until the marked lines can be seen through the
pre-drilled holes. Drill into the marked lines on expansion pack
through the pre-drilled holes on Podium frame.
You may need additional assistance to support the expansion pack
while drilling.
4.When finished drilling, re-engage spring clips according to the height
you require. i.e. position at either 60mm or 315mm.
The expansion pack is now ready to use.
Expansion Pack

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1. Open steps until folding frame A mechanisms
lock at B. Secure knuckle joint with pin B.
2. Fit horizontal brace to bottom rung of the back of the
step for extra stability.
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4. Fit work platform C at platform height H1.
5. When working at platform height one (H1), ensure that
the guardrail (G1 & G2) is in the retracted position.
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3
D
D
3. Fit small platforms D to form steps up to the top
platform. Ensure the locking mechanisms of the hooks
have engaged.
To lock castors press lever 1
To unlock castors press lever 2 only
To adjust brake turn bolthead 3
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6. When working at platform height two (H2), the guardrail
must be extended using expansion pack (EX1 and EX2).
7. To extend guardrail, ensure all four spring clips are
disengaged from frame section (see fig 6).
• Raise handrail until locating hole becomes visible - re-
engage spring clips.
• Fit additional braces horizontally from frame G1 to G2 at
front and rear of work platform, to provide an all round
lockable guardrail system.
8. Fit additional horizontal brace between the upper step and
platform
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