UTS 700 FOLDOUT User manual

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UTS 700 FOLDOUT
Instruction Manual
Mobile Access Tower
3T - Through the trap method
Instruction Manual
This Assembly Guide is intended to provide you
with step-by-step instructions on how to erect your
Mobile Access Tower (MAT) with ease and safety,
using the 3T (through the trap) method.
You should read and understand all notes and
diagrams, including the parts list for each height,
before commencing assembly. Personnel should
be qualied or competent to erect this tower.
Please consult the PASMA’s code of practice for
full information on the use of Mobile Access
Towers.
Remember to do a risk assessment of the area
where the tower is to be used before commencing
erection.
This instruction manual shall be available on the
location of use of the mobile access and working
tower.
This mobile access and working tower shall only be
used according to this manual without any
modication.
Mobile access and working towers must only be
used in accordance with national regulations.
KM 617169
UTS SALES & REPAIR LTD
Manufactured to: BSEN1004-1:2020 CLASS 3 8/12 XXXD
Instruction Manual EN 1004-2 en x cz x es x fr x pl

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Contents Page
Description 4
Safety Notes & Fittings 4
Inspection Care and Maintenance 6
Components and Weights 8
Assembly 9
Dismantling 17
Congurations and Weights 18
Risk Assessment Form 19
UTS 700 FOLDOUT
Instruction Manual
Mobile Access Tower
UTS SALES & REPAIRS LTD
UNIT 1A CANTERBURY INDUSTRIAL PARK,
ISLAND ROAD,
HERSDEN,
CANTERBURY,
KENT,
CT3 4HQ
TEL:[phone]
WWW.TOWERSANDPODIUMS.CO.UK

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Description, Safety Notes & Fittings
Description
The UTS 700 FOLDOUT tower is manufactured to BSEN1004-1:2020 CLASS 3 8/12 XXXD and KITEMARKED.
The KITE MARK is the universal symbol that reassures the user that the product is certied to BSI stated standards.
• Instructions for erection and use to be followed carefully.
• A risk assessment should always be carried out before erecting your MAT (Mobile Access Tower).
• You will nd a standard risk assessment form at the back of this instruction manual.
• The UTS 700 FOLDOUT has a maximum working platform height of 6.05 meters indoors or outdoors.
• The maximum permissible load on the UTS 700 FOLDOUT tower is 750kgs and evenly distributed on each
platform is 275kgs. This must not be exceeded over the working height platform, not including rest platforms.
• Maximum of 1 working platform per tower.
• Maximum of 2 people per working platform.
• Damaged or incorrect components shall not be used.
Safety Notes
ERECTION & DISMANTLING - THE 3T(through the trap) METHOD
Towers should be erected following a safe method of work, there are two approved methods recommended by
‘Prefabricated Access Suppliers & Manufacturers Association’ (PASMA) in co-operation with the Health and Safety
Executive (HSE) & the “working at height regulations 2005”
The method used for erecting and dismantling the UTS 700 FOLDOUT tower is the 3T METHOD (through the trap).
This method ensures the operators erecting the tower position themselves in the trapdoor of the platform to add or
remove horizontal guardrail braces for the level above the platform.
NEVER STAND ON AN UNGUARDED PLATFORM.
Before assembly or erection of this Mobile Access Tower (MAT) please ensure that:
• A risk assessment has been done and all safety equipment is on site.
• The ground conditions will take the working loads of MAT as specied.
• Always check that the MAT is vertical, (Level, slope, uneven ground etc.) if levelling is required make sure you
adjust legs , in line with instructions (use spirit level).
• Beware of (overhead) obstructions – live wires, electrical apparatus or moving parts of machinery or other.
• Wind conditions are within limits as specied. (Refer to page 6)
• Do not use boxes, ladders, or other devices on the platform to gain additional height.
• If in doubt DO NOT ERECT.
• Check that all components are on site and that they are in good working order before use (refer to the
components and quantities shown at each stage). Auxiliary equipment and safety equipment. (ropes, etc)
• All platforms MUST have horizontal guardrails tted.
• The tower should always be accessed from the inside using the rungs of the end frames.
• Never climb up the outside.
• Do not use the guardrail braces as a rung or step.
• It is recommended that 2 persons erect this tower.
• The assembled tower should not be used as a means to enter or exit other structures, e.g. as a stair tower.
• Beware of horizontal forces (e.g., when using power tools on an adjacent structure), which could generate
instability or overturning of the tower.
• Maximum distance between platforms is 2.25m, maximum distance to the rst platform is 3.4m.
• Maximum horizontal force 20kgs.
• Mobile access and working towers are not designed to be sheeted
• The tower height used should be appropriate for the working height, e.g. within 2 meters above the platform

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• User training courses cannot be a substitute for instruction manuals but only complement them.
• Only the original UTS components specied in the manual shall be used.
• Mobile access and working towers designed in accordance with BS EN 1004-1:2020 are not anchor points for
personal fall arrest equipment.
• Working is only permitted on a platform with a complete side protection including guardrails and toe boards.
• Mobile access and working towers are not designed to be used as edge protection.
STABILISERS & BALLAST
Stabilisers or outriggers and ballast shall always be tted when specied. When using the MAT externally stabilisers
must be tted. Should ballast be required, a platform should be positioned on the lowest rung and the weights should
be rmly attached to it and evenly distributed. For advice on ballast contact your supplier.
LIFTING OF EQUIPMENT
Tools and other equipment should be hauled up by a person on the platform using rope or similar, through the
trapdoor of the platform or within the tower footprint.
Please see footprint guide on page 16.
Safe working loads of platform and tower not to be exceeded.
MOVING THE TOWER AND LEAVING IT UNATTENDED
• Adjust the stabilisers to provide ground clearance.
• Unlock the castor wheels.
• Move with manual force only, and only from the base.
• Beware of (overhead) obstructions – live wires, hanging apparatus or other objects.
• Do not move with people or material on the tower.
• Do not move the assembled MAT if wind speeds exceed a moderate breeze. Relock the castors and readjust
the stabilisers once in the new position.
• When moving the tower over uneven or sloping ground remove all tools.
• Do not move the assembled tower if over 4 meters high.
• Recheck that the MAT is vertical or needs readjustment of legs before ascending. (Using spirit level)
• Mobile access and working towers shall only be moved on a at and solid ground without obstacles and not on
a slope of more than 10mm/1m
• It is recommended that towers should be tied to a solid structure, when left unattended.
TIES
When ties are required, they should be in accordance with table 17 of BS 5973:1990 and table 24 of BS 5975:1982.
Always tie to a solid structure.
The tie frequency should be at 4 meter intervals or less vertically.
FITTING TOE-BOARDS
1 piece folding toe board, fold out over platform making sure location angle rests ts securely on side of platform.
LIFTING OF INDIVIDUAL TOWER COMPONENTS
Raising and lowering components, tools and/or materials by rope should be conducted within the tower base (i.e.
within the area bounded by the stabilisers). Ensure that the safe working load of the supporting decks and the tower
structure is not exceeded.
Check for environmental changes before every use. (i.e.: all weather conditions) Refer to next page for wind effects.

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CHECK LIST, INSPECTION CARE AND MAINTENANCE FOR MOBILE
ACCESS TOWERS
• All components should be inspected before use to ensure that they are not damaged or broken,
particularly the welds.
• ANY damage to ANY part particularly tubular members, castors, platform decking MUST be
replaced.
• Adjustable leg threads should be cleaned and lightly oiled.
• All locking claws should be cleaned, and the locking mechanism checked for operation.
• When storing your MAT, please ensure that all components are neatly stored and not left lying
around where they could be stood on or damaged.
• When transporting the MAT always tie the components down so that they do not move around and
get damaged.
• Should the tower be left unattended it should be tied to a suitable structure and on reuse ALWAYS
check that the tower is vertical and safe before ascending correct and complete structure.
• The MAT is not designed to be lifted or suspended as a complete structure.
• Always keep this instruction manual safe.
• Broken, damaged or incorrect components must never be used. The equipment shall be quarantined
and assessed for replacement repair or destruction.
WIND EFFECTS
• Beware of high, gusty, or moderate breeze conditions in exposed areas. It is recommended that in
wind speeds over a Moderate Breeze (see Beaufort Scale below) that work on the tower is stopped
and reassessed. If the wind becomes a Strong Breeze, (see Beaufort Scale below) the tower should
be tied to a rigid structure. If the wind is likely to reach Gale Force (see Beaufort Scale below) or
over, work should be stopped, and the tower should be dismantled.
• Beware of tunnelling effect caused by open ended buildings, uncladded buildings and building
corners.
Wind Beaufort Scale
10 Meters above ground
Force Speed in m.p.h. Speed in knots
Moderate Breeze Raises dust and loose paper,
small branches move.
413–18 11–16
Strong Breeze Large branches in moon,
telegraph wires whistle.
625–31 22–27
Gale Force Walking is dicult, twigs
break o trees.
839–46 34–40
LOCKING CLIPS
Fit the locking clips as shown in
the diagram opposite.

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LOCKING CASTORS
Castor wheels should be pointed outwards at approximately 45
degrees and locks engaged as shown opposite.
FITTING STABILISERS
Attach a stabiliser to each corner of the tower at approximately
45 degrees for maximum stability (refer to relevant illustrations)
and attach the clamps where indicated.
On the S2 stabiliser use the telescopic leg for adjustment on
uneven ground.
Make sure that all stabilisers are rmly in contact with the ground
when using the structure.
CORRECT FITTING OF
HORIZONTAL BRACING
THE CORRECT FITTING OF HORIZONTAL
BRACING IS IMPORTANT.
The diagrams opposite illustrate the CORRECT
brace positions.
REMEMBER: Always t braces DOWNWARD
or from the inside facing OUTWARD – BUT
NEVER INWARD
FITTING ADJUSTABLE LEGS
Take the adjustable leg assembly complete with its
castors, make sure that all the adjusting nuts are
positioned down at the castor and slide them into the
vertical tube, turn the base unit the right way up and with
the aid of a spirit level placed on the platform, the
adjusting nuts can be used to level the structure. (and not
to gain additional height).
BRACE CLAMP LOCKING
Ensure that the brace clamp is locked as shown.
Always make sure the brace is not clamped too close to the weld
as indicated by the arrow on the drawing on the right.
Un-Locked Locked
FOLDOUT LOCKING BASE
Push the central hinged frame outwards until
at.
Keep going until the top hinge locks into
position.
Unfold the two end frames.
Lock the castor brakes.
Un-Locked
Collapsed
Locked
Opened

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Tower Components and Approx. Weights
Item Description Weight (Kg) Item Description Weight (Kg)
1125mm Locking Caster 3.4 61.8m Horizontal Brace 1.92
21.8m Folding Frame 372.1m Diagonal Brace 2.1
31m 4 Rung Frame 5.6 8Complete Toe Board Set 10
41.75m 7 Rung Frame 9.8 9S1 Stabiliser 7
51.8m Trapdoor Platform 15
Identifying Components and Their Weights
Note:
When building structures over 4.2 metres remove platform and 4 horizontal
braces from platform height at 2.2 meters and use to complete structure.
5
2
6
7
8
3
1
9
4

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Assembly Procedure
UTS recommends that a minimum of two people is required for the assembly of the UTS 700
FOLDOUT tower. Only climb the tower from the inside using the end rungs.
Platform Heights in Meters Frame at top
0.8, 2.5, 4.3, 6.05 7 Rung
1.8, 3.5, 5.3 4 Rung
PLEASE TAKE NOTE
Never place the platform on the guardrail frame
Always climb from the inside of the frame – never the
outside. When working on the platform never overreach
The end frames should provide a rm hand hold.
Insert castors wheels or base plates into the
bottom of end frames
Lock all castor wheels
1.
Stand the base unit up and push the central
hinged frame outwards until at. (Ref page 7)
Lock the castor brakes.
2.
Position the frame as shown. Use a horizontal
(red) brace to square the frame.
Use position A for platform height 0.8m
Use position B for all other platform heights.
Refer to page 7 for tting instructions.
Check tower is vertical (Using spirit level)
3.
A) B)

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Fit platform to 3rd rung of tower, ensure wind locks are engaged.
From a seated position within the tower t the other 2 guard rails on the 5th and 7th rungs.
Do not stand on platform until all guardrails are in place and secure.
f your risk assessment shows it necessary, t a set of toe boards to the platform. Check there
are no gaps through which any materials could fail and that the trapdoor opens correctly
4.
0.8m Conguration Assembly Instructions.
Start with steps 1—3 on page 9
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1.8m Conguration Assembly Instructions.
Fit 4 rung sides to each end of base, ensure clips are engaged (ref page 6).
Fit a trap door platform to top rung of the base frame side, engage the wind locks.
Connect a diagonal brace (blue) between the 3rd rung on one end and the 7th on the other end.
4.
Start with steps 1—3 on page 9
1-3.

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Attach stabilisers, ensure connected and tightened.
Climb the tower on the inside using the rungs of the end frames. From a protected position
within the trapdoor, t 4 horizontal braces as guardrails, 2 and 4 rungs above the platform (the
9th and 11th rungs of the tower), on both sides of the tower.
Fit toe boards to the working platform. (see instructions on page 4 & 5)
5.

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3.5/ 5.3m Conguration Assembly Instructions.
Add a platform on the 2nd rung, lock wind locks, and a diagonal brace (blue) between the 2nd
and 6th rungs.
Insert a 7 rung end ether end of the base, then add another platform to the 10th rung, lock wind
locks. Attach the stabilisers to the corners of the tower.
Fit an additional diagonal brace from 6th to 10th rung. Then from a seated position within the
trap of the platform t 4 horizontal braces (red) as guardrails on the 12th and 14th rungs.
Now t the 4 rung ends to each end of the tower.
If building to 5.3m platform height: Continue to t an additional pair of 7 rung frames, diagonal
braces, horizontal guardrails and trapdoor decks.
4.
Start with steps 1—3 on page 9
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Dismantle platforms and guard rails leaving ends and diagonals in place and reposition bottom
platforms to 6th rung with guardrails on the 8th and 10th rungs.
Fit second platform to 14th rung with guardrails at 16th and 18th rungs.
Fit nal 2 diagonals following pattern described in previous steps.
Fit a set of toe boards to the platform. Check there are no gaps through which any material could
fall and the trapdoor opens correctly
If building to 5.3m platform height: Continue to t trapdoor decks, in sequence.
Fit toe boards to the working platform. (see instructions on page 4 & 5)
5.

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2.5/4.3/6.05m Conguration Assembly Instructions.
Add a platform on the 2nd rung, lock wind locks, and a diagonal brace (blue) between the 2nd and
6th rungs.
Insert a 7 rung end ether end of the base, then add another platform to the 10th rung, lock wind
locks. Attach the stabilisers to the corners of the tower.
Fit an additional diagonal brace from 6th to 10th rung. Then from a seated position within the trap
of the platform t 4 horizontal braces (red) as guardrails on the 12th and 14th rungs.
Fit another diagonal in the pattern , If completing at 2.5 add toe board , if not proceed to next step.
4.
Start with steps 1—3 on page 9
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For 4.3/6.05m congurations continue to t additional pairs of 7 rung lift frames, diagonal braces,
horizontal guardrails and trapdoor decks.
DO NOT CLIMB ON THE PLATFORM UNTIL IT IS FULLY GUARD RAILED
Fit a set of toe boards to the platform. Check there are no gaps through which any material
could fall and the trapdoor opens correctly
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Dismantling
The dismantling procedure should follow the assembly steps in reverse order, take particular
attention about the removal of guardrails and platforms.
You should ensure that you are standing in a safe position and always protected by guardrails
NEVER remove diagonal braces or stabilisers prematurely.
After removing the toe-boards the operator disengages the horizontal guardrail brace clamps
furthest from the trap door, horizontal guardrail braces are then removed with the operator
positioned through the trap door before descending to the lower level, from where the upper
platform and extensions/guardrail frames can be removed.
NOTES:
DO NOT OVER-REACH and NEVER DROP COMPONENTS when dismantling always lower
them to the ground.
STABILISERS
Attach one stabiliser to each corner of
tower at approx. 45 degrees. The
bottom clamp should be tted as low
as possible, refer to the diagram
opposite. Ensure that all four rubber
feet are in contact with the ground and
that the clamps are secured. Position
stabilisers as shown in the diagrams.
When moving the tower lift each
telescopic leg just clear of the ground,
unlock castors ensuring area is rm
and clear of all obstructions both on
the ground and above.
After moving check all castors are
rmly on the ground and locked, and
that the tower is vertical. Re-position
stabilisers as above.
When using tower near a wall or in a
corner, the stabiliser layout needs to
adjusted to accommodate.
As shown in the diagram if against a
wall 2 stabilisers should be made
parallel to the wall and the others
should remain at 45°.
If being used in a corner, the closed
comer stabiliser can be removed and
the 2 near walls should be made
parallel with the open corner stabiliser
remaining at 45°.
STABILISERS—S3
Static Stabiliser maximum
platform height of 4.2m
WALL
WALL

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Description 2.8
0.8
3.8
1.8
Castors 44
Base Unit 1111111
700 x 4 Rung Frame 222
700 x 7 Rung Frame 246
1.8m Trap Door Platform 11
1.8m Horizontal Brace 35
2.1m Diagonal Brace 01
Folding Toe Board Set 11
Instruction Manual 11
S1 Stabiliser 444444
Approx. Tower Shelf weight (Kgs) 1.8m 64.4 109.5 121.9 158 166.5 179.8 213
700 Foldout
Congurations to BSEN 1004:-1:2020
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UTS SALES & REPAIR LTD
UNIT 1A CANTERBURY INDUSTRIAL PARK,
ISLAND ROAD,
HERSDEN,
CANTERBURY,
KENT,
CT3 4HQ
TEL: [phone]
WWW.TOWERSANDPODIUMS.CO.UK KM 617169
Document No: CM085, Version No: 2, Date: 01/12/2021
Notes: