GSI PNEG-1842 User Manual

PNEG-1842

42"-48" Bucket Elevator Platform
and Ladder “X” Series

Installation Manual

PNEG-1842

Date: 03-13-12

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Table of Contents

Contents

Chapter 1 Introduction .......................................................................................................................................... 5

Chapter 2 Safety ..................................................................................................................................................... 6

Safety Guidelines .................................................................................................................................. 6

Safety Instructions ..................... ... .... .......................................... ... ... ..................................................... 7

Chapter 3 Decal Location ...................................................................................................................................... 9

Chapter 4 Overview ............................................................................................................................................. 10

Chapter 5 Ladder Assembly ............................................................................................................................... 11

Typical Ladder/Cage Setup ................................................................................................................. 20

Chapter 6 Tie Angles, Ladders and Safety Cages ............................................................................................ 21

Attach Tie Angle to Boot Trunking ................................................ ... ... ... .... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... ... .... ...... ... ... 21

Attach Boot Ladder Support Brackets to Boot Tie Angle .... ... .... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... ... 22

Install Boot Ladder Section ................................................................................................................. 24

Attach Tie Angles to Trunking ............................................................................................................. 27

Attach Ladder Support Brackets to Tie Angles for 42" ........ .................................... ............................ 30

Attach Ladders to Ladder Support Brackets for 42" ............................................................................ 32

Attach Ladder Support Brackets to Tie Angles for 48" ........ .................................... ............................ 33

Attach Ladders to Ladder Support Brackets for 48" ............................................................................ 35

Safety Cage Installation ......... ... ... .... ... .......................................... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... .......... ... ... ... 36

Install Safety Cage .............................................................................................................................. 37

Chapter 7 Rest Platform ...................................................................................................................................... 40

Install Rest Platform Tie Angles to Trunking ....................................................................................... 40

Install Rest Platform Mounting Channels ............................................................................................ 42

Install Rest Platform Cross Channels ................................................................................................. 43

Install Rest Platform Deck Plate .......................................................................................................... 44

Install Handrail Posts .......................................................................................................................... 46

Assemble Intermediate Handrails .... ... ... ... ... .... ................................................................................... 47

Install Handrails to Posts ..................................................................................................................... 48

Install Ladder Support Brackets .......................................................................................................... 49

Chapter 8 42" Head Platform Left Hand Drive ................................................................................................... 51

Attach Cross Deck Support Channels to Lower Head ........................................................................ 51

Attach Toe Board Channels to Cross Support Channels .................................... .... ... ... ...................... 54

Deck Channel Support Angle to Cross Channel .................... .... ... ... ....................................... ... ... ... ... 56

Decking Installation ....................................................................................................................... ...... 58

Install Toe Boards ............................................................................................................................... 61

Splice Toe Boards Together ............................................................................................................... 62

Down-Leg Hatch Side Decking Section .............................................................................................. 63

Install Handrail Supports ............................................................................................................... ... ... 64

Install Platform Post ......................................................................................................................... ... 65

Install Handrails ................................................................................................................................... 66

Attach Intermediate Handrails to Posts ............................................................................................... 67

Install the Hatch ............................................................................................................................ ... ... 68

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Chapter 9 48" Head Platform Right Hand Drive ................................................................................................ 71

Attach Cross Support Channels to Lower Head ................................................................................. 71

Attach Toe Board Channels to Cross Support Channels .................. .................................................. 76

Deck Channel Support Angle to Channel Supports ............................................................................ 77

Decking Installation ............................................................................................................................. 78

Install Toe Boards ............................................................................................................................... 83

Splice Toe Boards Together ............................................................................................................... 84

Install Handrail Supports ..................................................................................................................... 85

Install Platform Post ............................................................................................................................ 86

Install Handrails ................................................................................................................................... 87

Attach Intermediate Handrails to Posts ............................................................................................... 88

Install the Hatch .................................................................................................................................. 89

Attach Knee Braces to Platform and Trunking (48" Only) ................................................................... 92

Chapter 10 6 x 6 Distributor Platforms ............................................................................................................... 94

42" Platform Clamps .......................................................................................................................... 94

48" Platform Clamps .......................................................................................................................... 95

Support Channels and Knee Braces ................................................................................................. 96

Cross Braces for Knee Braces .......................................................................................................... 97

Toe Boards ............................ ... .......................................... .......................................... ..................... 99

Platform Decking ................................................................... .... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... .... ......................... 101

Platform Post ......................... ... ... .... ... ... ... .......................................... ... .... ...................................... 103

Tie Braces ....................................................................................................................................... 104

Intermediate Handrail ...................................................................................................................... 105

Upper Handrails ............................................................................................................................... 106

Safety Gate Package (If Ordered as Optional) (DSP-1648GATE) .................................................. 109

Distributor Platform Support (48" Only) . ... .......................................... ... .... ... ... ... .... ......................... 111

Chapter 11 Warranty .......................................................................................................................................... 113

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1. Introduction

Chapter 1: Introduction

READ THIS MANUAL carefully to learn how to properly use and install equipment. Failure to do so could
result in personal injury or equipment damage.

INSPECT the shipment immediately upon arrival. The customer is responsible for ensuring that all
quantities are correct. The customer should report and note any damage or shortage on the bill of
lading to justify their claim to the transport company.

THIS MANUAL SHOULD BE CONSIDERED a permanent part of your equipment and should be easily
accessible when needed.

This warranty provides you the assurance that the company will back its products when defects appear
within the warranty period. In some circumstances, the company also provides field improvements, often
without charge to the customer, even if the product is out of warranty. Should the equipment be abused,
or modified to change its performance beyond the factory specifications, the warranty will become void
and field improvements may be denied.

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2. Safety

This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you
to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety
messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible
injury or death.

WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not

avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION, used with the safety alert symbol, indicates a
hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in
minor or moderate injury.

NOTICE is used to address practices not related to
personal injury.

DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

Chapter 2: Safety
Safety Guidelines

This manual contains information that is important for you, the owner/operator, to know and understand.
This information relates to protecting personal safety and preventing equipment problems. It is the
responsibility of the owner/operator to inform anyone operating or working in the area of this equipment
of these safety guidelines. To help you recognize this information, we use the symbols that are defined
below. Please read the manual and pay attention to these sections. Failure to read this manual and its
safety instructions is a misuse of the equipment and may lead to serious injury or death.

DANGER

WARNING

CAUTION

NOTICE

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2. Safety

Follow Safety Instructions

Carefully read all safety messages in this manual and
safety signs on your machine. Keep signs in good
condition. Replace missing or damaged safety signs. Be
sure new equipment components and repair parts include
the current safety signs. Replacement safety signs are
available from the manufacturer.

Learn how to operate the machine and how to use controls
properly. Do not let anyone operate without instruction.

Keep your machinery in proper working condition.
Unauthorized modifications to the machine may impair
the function and/or safety and affect machine life.

If you do not understand any part of this manual or need
assistance, contact your dealer.

Read and Understand Manual

Practice Safe Maintenance

Understand service procedures before doing work. Keep area
clean and dry.

Never lubricate, service, or adjust machine while it is in operation.
Keep hands, feet, and clothing away from rotating parts.

Keep all parts in good condition and properly installed. Fix
damage immediately . Replace worn or broken p arts. Remove any
built-up grease, oil, and debris.

Maintain Equipment
and Work Area

Safety Instructions

Our foremost concern is your safety and the safety of others associated with this equipment. We want to
keep you as a customer. This manual is to help you understand safe operating procedures and some
problems that may be encountered by the operator and other personnel.

As owner and/or operator, it is your responsibility to know what requirements, hazards, and precautions
exist, and to inform all personnel associated with the equipment or in the area. Safety precautions may be
required from the personnel. Avoid any alterations to the equipment. Such alterations may produce a very
dangerous situation where SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH may occur.

This equipment shall be installed in accordance with the current installation codes and applicable
regulations, which should be carefully followed in all cases. Authorities having jurisdiction should be
consulted before installations are made.

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2. Safety

Prepare for Emergencies

Be prepared if fire starts.
Keep a first aid kit and fire extinguisher handy.
Keep emergency numbers for doctors, ambulance service,

hospital, and fire department near your telephone.

Keep Emergency Equipment
Quickly Accessible

Wear Protective Clothing

Wear close-fitting clothing and safety equipment appropriate
to the job.

Remove all jewelry.

Tie long hair up and back.

Wear safety glasses at all times to protect eyes from debris.

Wear gloves to protect your hands from sharp edges on
plastic or steel parts.

Wear steel-toed boots to help protect your feet from falling
debris. Tuck in any loose or dangling shoestrings.

A respirator may be needed to prevent breathing potentially
toxic fumes and dust.

Wear a hard hat to help protect your head.

Wear appropriate fall protection equipment when working at
elevations greater than six feet (6').

Eye Protection

Gloves

Steel-Toed Boots

Respirator

Hard Hat

Fall Protection

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Chapter 3: Decal Location

DO NOT EXCEED
PLATFORM LOAD LIMIT

DC-2146

Excessive load will damage
platform and cause
platform to fall.

Load limit = 500 LBS. (2.25 kN)

DANGER

> 500 lbs

(2.25 kN)

Injury or death will result.

3. Decal Location

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4. Overview

Chapter 4: Overview

This section is intended to provide a general, high-level overview of platform assembly for the GSI bucket
elevator. Detailed instructions are given in the pages to come.

This section should be used for reference only and is intended to provide general guidance about the
overall process only.

1. Support Channels:
Proper orientation of channels is based upon the size of the bucket elevator (42" or 4") and the

right/left hand position of the drive. This must be installed correctly at the start or nothing else will
install correctly.

2. Ladders and Safety Cages:
Ladder sections mount directly to the trunking sections of the bucket elevator. Typical ladder layouts

and charts identifying the support height for ladder packages can be found o n Pages 11 through 20.

3. Tie Angles to Trunking:

• Proper orientation of the tie angles is critical for correct installation.

• Note differences from up-leg and down-leg installations.
Be sure to follow the instructions for the size and drive position.
Throughout this manual, particular attention is given to the initial orientation of channels and aligning

bolt holes. Failure to complete these initial steps correctly will significantly impede the assembly and
installation of the bucket elevator platforms.

4. Decking and Toe Boards:
Decking is etched with alpha characters to assist with orienting decks and aligning holes for

connections. Decking connections should be finger-tight only initially so that adjustments can be
made once all decks and toe boards are in place. Only then should all hardware be fully torqued.

5. Handrail Platform Posts:
The number and location of platform posts varies based upon platform and bucket elevator size.

6. Handrails:
Intermediate handrails (those at near knee level) may need to be field cut to fit. The amount to trim

varies based upon the size of the platform being insta lled. The smaller rail then fits inside of the larger
rail so that it “telescopes” between the posts. Always follow best practices of “measure twice, cut
once” and verify the measurement is for the bucket elevator size. Upper handrails do not require any
alterations in the field prior to assembly.

7. Platform Braces:
Throughout this manual, safety cage bars (LDR-517BE) are used as platform braces. These are

required for support and stability. Please attach as described through the manual.

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5. Ladder Assembly

Chapter 5: Ladder Assembly

The ladder sections are to be mounted directly to the trunking sections. Quantities and section lengths may
vary depending on overall height of system. If you have a non-standard height system, refer to supported
bucket height reference chart

Part # Supported Bucket Height (Ft.) Part # Supported Bucket Height (Ft.)

42XRLAD50 50-59 42XWLAD50 50-59

below

and

on Page 12

for the correct ladder package for the system.

Supported Bucket Height Reference Chart for 42"

42XRLAD60 60-69
42XRLAD70 70-79 42XWLAD70 70-79
42XRLAD80 80-89

42XRLAD90 90-99 42XWLAD90 90-99
42XRLAD100 100-109
42XRLAD110 110-119 42XWLAD110 110-119
42XRLAD120 120-129
42XRLAD130 130-139 42XWLAD130 130-139
42XRLAD140 140-149
42XRLAD150 150-159 42XWLAD150 150-159
42XRLAD160 160-169
42XRLAD170 170-179 42XWLAD170 170-179
42XRLAD180 180-189
42XRLAD190 190-199 42XWLAD190 190-199
42XRLAD200 200-209
42XRLAD210 210-219 42XWLAD210 210-219

42XWLAD60 60-69

42XWLAD80 80-89

42XWLAD100 100-109

424WLAD120 120-129

42XWLAD140 140-149

42XWLAD160 160-169

42XWLAD180 180-189

42XWLAD200 200-209

42XRLAD220 220-229
42XRLAD230 230-239 42XWLAD230 230-239

42XWLAD220 220-229

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5. Ladder Assembly

Due to O.H.S.A. standards, it is required that a rest platform be installed every 30'.

Part # Supported Bucket Height (Ft.) Part # Supported Bucket Height (Ft.)

48XRLAD50 50-59 48XWLAD50 50-59

Supported Bucket Height Reference Chart for 48"

48XRLAD60 60-69
48XRLAD70 70-79 48XWLAD70 70-79
48XRLAD80 80-89
48XRLAD90 90-99 48XWLAD90 90-99

48XRLAD100 100-109
48XRLAD110 110-119 48XWLAD110 110-119
48XRLAD120 120-129
48XRLAD130 130-139 48XWLAD130 130-139
48XRLAD140 140-149
48XRLAD150 150-159 48XWLAD150 150-159
48XRLAD160 160-169
48XRLAD170 170-179 48XWLAD170 170-179
48XRLAD180 180-189
48XRLAD190 190-199 48XWLAD190 190-199
48XRLAD200 200-209
48XRLAD210 210-219 48XWLAD210 210-219

48XWLAD60 60-69

48XWLAD80 80-89

48XWLAD100 100-109

48XWLAD120 120-129

48XWLAD140 140-149

48XWLAD160 160-169

48XWLAD180 180-189

48XWLAD200 200-209

48XRLAD220 220-229
48XRLAD230 230-239 48XWLAD230 230-239

48XWLAD220 220-229

NOTE: Ladders are of a modular design for ease of modification in the field. These illustrations are only
to be used as a “general” guide to installation layout. The exact assembly may vary due to the unique
nature of each bucket elevator.

See Figures 5A-5G on Pages 13-19 to help determine if the ladders should be started on the up-leg or

down-leg of the elevator and also aid in the ladder order and rest platform locations for bucket elevators
with heights from 50' through 230'.

CAUTION

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5. Ladder Assembly

Key: HP = Head Platform

RP = Rest Platform

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Figure 5A

5. Ladder Assembly

Key: HP = Head platform

RP = Rest platform

Figure 5B

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5. Ladder Assembly

Key: HP = Head Platform

RP = Rest Platform

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Figure 5C

5. Ladder Assembly

Key: HP = Head Platform

RP = Rest Platform

Figure 5D

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5. Ladder Assembly

Key: HP = Head Platform

RP = Rest Platform

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Figure 5E

5. Ladder Assembly

Key: HP = Head Platform

RP = Rest Platform

Figure 5F

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5. Ladder Assembly

Key: HP = Head Platform

RP = Rest Platform

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Figure 5G

5. Ladder Assembly

7

3

4

4

5

6

1

2

1

7'-8' to ground or

nearest platform deck

Ref # P art # Description

1 10FOOTRFWX 10' Ladder Section
1 10FOOTX 10' Ladder Section
2 LDR-BCKTBHP Safety Cage Bell Hoop - Entrance
3 LDR-3FTCAGE 3' Safety Cage Strap
4 LDR-BCKTHOOP Standard Safety Cage Hoop
5 LDR-10FTCAGE 10' Safety Cage Strap
6 14FOOTRFWX 14' Ladder Section
6 14FOOTX 14' Ladder Section
7 RP4248X Rest Platform

Typical Ladder/Cage Setup

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Figure 5H Typical Ladder/Cage Assembly Layout (30' Shown.)

6. Tie Angles, Ladders and Safety Cages

Chapter 6: Tie Angles, Ladders and Safety Cages
Attach Tie Angle to Boot Trunking

1. When installing the tie angles, be sure sides with the notches face out away from the trunk and the
side with the straight edge is installed against the trunking angles. Only one tie angle for the ladder
side and one tie angle for the non-ladder side is used.

a. For 42" Boot Tie Angle: Install the tie angle (GECT4204X or BECT4204X) to both sides of the

trunking attached at the boot using 1/2" x 1" HHCS bolts (S-7935) and 1/2" flange nuts (S-8506).

(See Figure 6A.)

Figure 6A 42" Boot Tie Angle

b. For 48" Boot Tie Angle: Install the tie angle (GECT4804X or BECT4804X) to both sides of the

trunking attached at the boot using 1/2" x 1" HHCS bolts (S-7935) and 1/2" flange nuts (S-8506).

(See Figure 6B.)

Figure 6B 48" Boot Tie Angle

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6. Tie Angles, Ladders and Safety Cages

Attach Boot Ladder Support Brackets to Boot Tie Angle

NOTE: Refer to ladder layout images, Figure 5A-5G on Pages 13-19.
NOTE: Ladder can be mounted to either the up-leg or the down-leg of the elevator depending on the

height and head platform hatch location. Double check if the ladder should start on the up-leg
or down-leg.

NOTE: Both the up-leg and down-leg ladder bracket locations are shown in this manual. Actual installation

location on either the up-leg or the down-leg will be determined by owner preference.

1. 42" Up-Leg Boot Brackets: Use 3/8" x 1" HHCS bolts (S-7469) and 3/8" flange nuts (S-10028) to
attach the ladder support brackets (LAD1648TRH and LAD1648TLH) to the bottom of the boot tie
angle using holes indicated. (See Figure 6C.)

Figure 6C 42" Up-Leg Boot Bracket

2. 42" Down-Leg Boot Brackets: Use 3/8" x 1" HHCS bolts (S-7469) and 3 /8" flange nuts (S-10028 )
to attach the ladder support brackets (LAD1648TRH and LAD1648TLH) to the bottom of the boot tie
angle using holes indicated. (See Figure 6D.)

Figure 6D 42" Down-Leg Boot Bracket

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6. Tie Angles, Ladders and Safety Cages

3. 48" Down-Leg Boot Brackets: Use 3/8" x 1" HHCS bolts (S-7469) and 3/8 " fla nge nu ts (S-10028)
to attach the ladder support brackets (LAD48TRH and LAD48TLH) to the top of the boot tie angle
using holes indicated. (See Figure 6E.)

Figure 6E 48" Down-Leg Boot Bracket

4. 48" Up-Leg Boot Brackets: Use 3/8" x 1" HHCS bolts (S-7469) and 3/8" flange nuts (S-10028) to
attach the ladder support brackets (LAD48TRH and LAD48TLH) to the top of the boot t ie angle using
holes indicated. (See Figure 6F.)

Figure 6F 48" Up-Leg Boot Bracket

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6. Tie Angles, Ladders and Safety Cages

Install Boot Ladder Section

1. Trim a 10' ladder section so the first ladder rung is 12" from the ground when installed to the ladder
bracket. (See Figure 6G.)

Figure 6G Boot Ladder Section

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6. Tie Angles, Ladders and Safety Cages

2. Attach trimmed ladder section to the left and right ladder brackets using 1/2" x 1" HHCS bolts
(S-7935) and flange nuts (S-8506) through the bottom most set of bracket holes. (See Figure 6H

below for 42" and Figure 6I on Page 26 for 48".)

Figure 6H 42" Ladder to Ladder Brackets

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6. Tie Angles, Ladders and Safety Cages

Figure 6I 48" Ladder to Ladder Brackets

3. Attach the next ladder section to the ladder brackets using 1/2" x 1" HHCS bolts (S-7935) and flange
nuts (S-8506) through the top most set of holes.

4. Secure the bottom of the ladder to the boot or ground. NOTE: Bracket for this step is not included.

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6. Tie Angles, Ladders and Safety Cages

Attach Tie Angles to Trunking

NOTE: Tie angles must be installed at every trunking seam on both the ladder and non-ladder sides.

The bottom tie angle will be replaced with a rest platform tie angle (RP42CHNLX for 42" and
RPCHNLX2 for 48") where a rest platform is to be installed.

NOTE: When installing the tie angles, the notched side must face out away from the trunk and the side

with the straight edge must be installed against the trunking angles.

Two (2) tie angles are installed for both the ladder and non-ladder sides.

1. For 42" Tie Angles: Install two (2) tie angles (GECT4204X or BECT4204X) to both sides of the
trunking seam using 1/2" x 1" HHCS bolts (S-7935) and 1/2" flange nuts (S-8506). Installation is the
same for both the ladder and non-ladder sides. (See Figure 6J below and Figure 6K on Page 28.)

Figure 6J 42" Tie Angle Installation Locations

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6. Tie Angles, Ladders and Safety Cages

Figure 6K 42" Bucket Elevator Tie Angles to Trunking Bolt Locations

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6. Tie Angles, Ladders and Safety Cages

2. For 48" Tie Angles: Install two (2) tie angles (GECT4804X or BECT4804X) to both sides of the
trunking seam using 1/2" x 1" HHCS bolts (S-7935) and 1/2" flange nuts (S-8506). (See Figure 6L

and Figure 6M.)

Figure 6L 48" Tie Angle Installation Locations

Figure 6M 48" Bucket Elevator Tie Angles to Trunking Bolt Locations

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6. Tie Angles, Ladders and Safety Cages

Attach Ladder Support Brackets to Tie Angles for 42"

1. For 42" Ladder Brackets: Mount the upper left and upper right hand bra ckets (LAD1 648TLH2 and
LAD1648TRH2) to the top tie angles.

2. Mount the lower left and lower right hand brackets (LAD1648TLH1 and LAD1648TRH1) to the bottom
tie angles.

3. Fasten flanges of brackets and brackets to tie angles using 3/8" x 1" HHCS bolts (S-7469) and
3/8" flange nuts (S-968). (See Figure 6N below, Figure 6O and Figure 6P on Page 31.)

NOTE: You will only use one set of brackets, either the up-leg set or the down-leg set depending on

your ladder location.

Figure 6N 42" Ladder Support Bracket Parts

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6. Tie Angles, Ladders and Safety Cages

Figure 6O 42" Ladder Bracket Location for Down-Leg

Figure 6P 42" Ladder Bracket Location for Up-Leg

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6. Tie Angles, Ladders and Safety Cages

Attach Ladders to Ladder Support Brackets for 42"

1. Attach the top of the ladder section to the bottom ladder support brackets.

2. Attach the bottom of the ladder section to the top ladder support brackets.

3. Fasten ladders to ladder support brackets using 1/2" x 1" HHCS bolts (S-7935) and 1/2" flange nuts
(S-8506). (See Figure 6Q for 42" connections.)

Figure 6Q

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6. Tie Angles, Ladders and Safety Cages

Attach Ladder Support Brackets to Tie Angles for 48"

1. For 48" Ladder Brackets: Mount the upper left and upper right hand brackets (LAD48TLHTX and
LAD48TRHTX) to the top tie angles.

2. Mount the lower left and lower right hand brackets (LAD48TLHBX and LAD48TRHBX) to the bottom
tie angles.

3. Fasten flanges of brackets and brackets to tie angles using 3/8" x 1" HHCS bolts (S-7469) and
3/8" flange nuts (S-968). (See Figure 6R below, Figure 6S and Figure 6T on Page 34.)

NOTE: You will only use one set of brackets, either the up-le g set or the down-leg set depending on

your ladder location.

Figure 6R 48" Ladder Support Bracket Parts

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6. Tie Angles, Ladders and Safety Cages

Figure 6S 48" Ladder Bracket Location for Up-Leg

Figure 6T 48" Ladder Bracket Location for Down-Leg

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6. Tie Angles, Ladders and Safety Cages

Attach Ladders to Ladder Support Brackets for 48"

1. Attach the top of the ladder section to the bottom ladder support brackets.

2. Attach the bottom of the ladder section to the top ladder support brackets.

3. Fasten ladders to ladder support brackets using 1/2" x 1" HHCS bolts (S-7935) and 1/2" flange nuts
(S-8506). (See Figure 6U for 48" connections.)

Figure 6U

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6. Tie Angles, Ladders and Safety Cages

Safety Cage Installation

Safety cage entrance must be installed to the ladders within 7'-8' from the ground or platform deck.

(See Figure 6V.)

Figure 6V

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6. Tie Angles, Ladders and Safety Cages

Install Safety Cage

Safety cages are 10' sections, with the exception of the 3' entrance section.

1. Locate safety cage hoops (LDR-BCKTBHP) along the ladder rails where the safety cage hoops will
be installed. NOTE: The end hoops of a 10' section are spaced 4' from the two (2) middle hoops,
which are spaced 2' apart. See Figure 6W for spacing. (See Figure 6W.)

Figure 6W 10' Safety Cage Section

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2. Attach safety cage hoops to ladder using 1/2" x 1" bolts and nuts. (See Figure 6X.)

Figure 6X

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3. Install the seven (7) 10' safety cage straps along the safety cage hoops using 5/16" x 3/4" bolts and
nuts. NOTE: Bolt heads should be to the inside of the hoop. (See Figure 6Y.)

Figure 6Y

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7. Rest Platform

Chapter 7: Rest Platform
Install Rest Platform Tie Angles to Trunking

1. For 42" Rest Platform Tie Angles:
NOTE: The end of the tie angle with the greater distance to the first notch must be installed toward

the down-leg trunking. (See Figure 7A and Figure 7B.)

Install the rest platform tie angles (RP42CHNLX) to the lower trunking on both the ladder and
non-ladder sides using 1/2" x 1" HHCS bolts (S-7935) and 1/2" flange nuts (S-8506).

Figure 7A 42" Rest Platform Tie Angles - Ladder Side

Figure 7B 42" Rest Platform Tie Angles - Non-Ladder Side

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7. Rest Platform

2. For 48" Rest Platform Tie Angles:
Install the rest platform tie angles (RP48CHNLX2) to the lower trunking on both the ladder and

non-ladder sides using 1/2" x 1" HHCS bolts (S-7935) and 1/2" flange nuts (S-8506). (See Figure 7C

and Figure 7D.)

Figure 7C 48" Rest Platform Tie Angles - Ladder Side

Figure 7D 48" Rest Platform Tie Angles - Non-Ladder Side

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7. Rest Platform

Install Rest Platform Mounting Channels

1. Fasten rest platform mounting channels (RSP48203X) to rest platform tie angles using 1/2" x 1"
HHCS bolts (S-7935) and 1/2" flange nuts (S-8506).

NOTE: Install mounting channels with the flat side toward the trunking. (See Figure 7E.)

Figure 7E Bolt hole locations for 42" rest platform mounting channels to tie angles.

Figure 7F Bolt hole locations for 48" rest platform mounting channels to tie angles.

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7. Rest Platform

Install Rest Platform Cross Channels

1. Place the rest platform cross channels (RSP482CCX) between the rest platform mounting
channels (RSP48203X) and connect them using 3/8" x 1" HHCS bolts (S-7469) and 3/8" flange nuts
(S-10028). (See Figure 7G.)

Figure 7G Rest Platform Cross Channel to Rest Platform Mounting Channels

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7. Rest Platform

Install Rest Platform Deck Plate

NOTE: Location side is dependent upon through ladder opening.

1. Attach rest platform deck plate (RP482FDP) to the bottom of the rest platform cross channels
(RSP482CCX) and rest platform mounting channels (RSP48203X) using 3/8" x 1" HHCS bolts
(S-7469) and 3/8" flange nuts (S-10028).

2. Bolt heads must be installed against the deck plate.

NOTE: The deck plate can be mounted on either the left side or right side, but the flange must always

be mounted towards the opening.

(See Figure 7H below and Figure 7I on Page 45.)

Figure 7H 42" Rest Platform Deck Plate

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Figure 7I 48" Rest Platform Deck Plate

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7. Rest Platform

Install Handrail Posts

1. Install the handrail platform posts (HP1648HCP) to the mounting channels and cross channels using
5/16" x 3/4" HHCS bolt (S-6606) and 5/16" flange nuts (S-3611).

2. All posts use four (4) bolts on the front.

3.

The corner posts use two (2) additional bolts along the sides (for a total of six (6) bolts).

(See Figure 7J.)

Figure 7J 42"/48" Rest Platform Handrail Posts

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7. Rest Platform

Assemble Intermediate Handrails

1. Assemble the intermediate handrails by sliding the small handrail into the larger handrail to create a
telescoping handrail that can be adjusted to the correct length between posts.

Two (2) of the small intermediate handrails (LDR-4088) and two (2) of the large intermediate
handrails (LDR-4087) will need to be cut to fit. The starting length of each handrail is 36". Cut 13" off
the end of each rail so the final length of each rail is 23". (See Figure 7K.)

Figure 7K 42"/48" Intermediate Handrails

2. Fasten the intermediate handrails to the posts using 5/16" x 1" HHCS bolt (S-7470) and 5/16" flange
nuts (S-3611). (See Figure 7L.)

Figure 7L 42"/48" Telescoping Intermediate Handrail Posts

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7. Rest Platform

Install Handrails to Posts

1. Connect the handrails to the top two (2) slots in the posts using 5/16" x 2" HHCS bolt (S-7877) and
5/16" flange nuts (S-3611). (See Figure 7M.)

Figure 7M 42"/48" Rest Platform Handrails

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7. Rest Platform

Install Ladder Support Brackets

On the open side of the rest platform, where the ladder extends through the opening, four (4) brackets
must be installed to the ladder. Two (2) brackets will be installed to the end of the ladder on the deck
plate side.

1. Install ladder support brackets (LAD1648BLH and LAD1648BRH) to the rest platform cross channel
(RSP482CCX) using 3/8" x 1" HHCS bolts (S-7469) and 3/8" flange nuts (S-10028).

2. One set of brackets will attach to the ends of the ladder and the other will attach along the middle.
Fasten ladders to brackets using 1/2" x 1" HHCS bolts (S-7935) and 1/2" flange nuts (S-8506).

(See Figure 7N.)

Figure 7N

3. At the end of the through ladder, secure the end of the ladder to the handrail using ladder support
rest platform brackets (RP1648LS). Fasten the brackets to the ladder using 1/2" x 1" HHCS bolts
(S-7935) and 1/2" flange nuts (S-8506).

4. Secure the brackets to the handrail using 1/4" x 1-1/2" U-bolts (S-10136) and nuts. (See Figure 7O

on Page 50.)

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7. Rest Platform

Figure 7O

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8. 42" Head Platform Left Hand Drive

Chapter 8: 42" Head Platform Left Hand Drive

NOTE:

Left hand drive installation has shown. Right hand side installs the same but in opposite orientation.

Attach Cross Deck Support Channels to Lower Head

1. Place lower head section on solid and level service.

2. Assemble the support channels (HSP42012X, HSP42032X and HSP42065X) together with the
support channel splice plate (HSP4248CSPLX). Fasten together using eight (8) 3/8" x 1" HHCS bolts
(S-7469) and 3/8" flange nuts (S-10028). (See Figure 8A.)

Figure 8A

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8. 42" Head Platform Left Hand Drive

3. Attach two (2) the support channels to the brackets located on the lower head. Fasten using
1/2" x 1" HHCS bolts (S-7935) and 1/2" flange nuts (S-8506). (See Figure 8B below and Figure 8C

on Page 53.)

NOTE: Third channel is installed later. (During the installation of decking on the up-leg hatch side.)
NOTE: Support channels should extend farther on the drive side than on the hatch side of the

lower head.

Figure 8B

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Figure 8C

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8. 42" Head Platform Left Hand Drive

Attach Toe Board Channels to Cross Support Channels

1. Position the toe boards (HSP42018X) along the side of the lower head.

2. Align toe boards with the support channels as shown in Figure 8C below and Figure 8D o n Page 54.

3. Fasten to channels using four (4) 5/16" x 1" flange bolts (S-7470) and nuts (S-3611).

4. Install middle toe board (HSP42064X) to the end of the side toe boards using 1/2" x 1" HHCS bolts
(S-7935) and 1/2" flange nuts (S-8506).

Figure 8D

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Figure 8E

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8. 42" Head Platform Left Hand Drive

Deck Channel Support Angle to Cross Channel

NOTE: Support angles go through the deck plates. Therefore, two (2) decking planks will be installed at

the same time as the support angles.

1. Attach the deck channel support angles (HSP42014) to the remaining support channel (HSP42032X)

using 3/8" x 1" HHCS bolts (S-7469) and 3/8" flange nuts (S-10028). (See Figure 8F.)

NOTE: This channel is oriented opposite of the channels previously installed to the lower head.

Figure 8F

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2. Locate the large holes in decking (HSP42033X) and orient the decking so that the end of the decking
with the greater length from the holes is towards the lower head.

3. Insert deck channel support angles (HSP42014) through the outside holes of the decking and attach
decking to the toe board (HSP42064SX) and support channel (HSP42032X) using 5/16" x 1" flange
bolts (S-7470) and 5/16" flange nuts (S-3611).

4. Attach deck channel support angles (HSP42014) to the lower head bearing angle (42HDBRGN)
using 3/8" x 1" HHCS bolts (S-7469) and 3/8" flange nut (S-100028). (See Figure 8G.)

Figure 8G

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8. 42" Head Platform Left Hand Drive

Decking Installation

IMPORTANT: Install ALL decking by starting next to the toe board and working outward. Planks must be

firmly seated next to each other.

Decking Section: Down-Leg Drive Side

1. Install five (5) planks of decking (HSP42007X) on the drive side at the down-leg end. NOTE: Be sure
to install this section of decking by starting at the inside next to the toe board and working outward.

2. Fasten the decking to the support channels (HSP42032X and HSP42012X) using 5/16" x 1" flange
bolts (S-7470) and 5/16" flange nuts (S-3611). (See Figure 8H.)

Figure 8H

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8. 42" Head Platform Left Hand Drive

Decking Section: Up-Leg Drive Side

1. Install five (5) planks of decking (HSP42006X) on the drive side at the up-leg end. NOTE: Be sure to
install this section of decking by starting at the inside next to the toe board and working outward.

2. Fasten the decking to the support channels (HSP42012X and HSP4248HS) using 5 /16" x 1" flange
bolts (S-7470) and 5/16" flange nuts (S-3611). (See Figure 8I.)

Figure 8I

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8. 42" Head Platform Left Hand Drive

Decking Section: Up-Leg Hatch Side

1. Install three (3) planks of decking (HSP42008X) on the hatch side at the up-leg end. NOTE: Be sure
to install this section of decking by starting at the inside next to the toe board and working outward.

2. Fasten the decking to the support channels (HSP42032X and HSP42012X) using 5/16" x 1" flange
bolts (S-7470) and 5/16" flange nuts (S-3611).

Install Third Cross Support Channel

1. Install the 40" support channel (HSP4248HS) to the end of the decking planks (HSP42008X) and the
bottom of the toe board (HSP42018X) using 5/16" x 1" flange bolts (S-7470) and 5/16 flange nuts
(S-3611). (See Figure 8J.)

Figure 8J

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8. 42" Head Platform Left Hand Drive

Install Toe Boards

1. Install the longest toe board assemblies (HSP42015X and HSP42016X). Orient so that the
(HSP42015X) faces towards the down-leg end of the lower head.

2. Fasten toe boards to the support channels using 5/16" x 1" flange bolts (S-7440) and 5/16" flange
nuts (S-3611).

3. Install each end of the long “Z” toe board assembly to the bottom of the long toe board assemblies
using 5/16" x 1" flange bolts (S-7440) and 5/16" flange nuts (S-3611).

4. Install the “Z” toe board (HSP42037X) on the drive side at the down-leg end. Fasten to the ends
of the toe boards (HSP42015X and HSP42018X) using 5/16" x 1" flange bolts (S-7440) and
5/16" flange nuts (S-3611).

5. Install the “Z” toe board (HSP42036X) on the hatch side at the down-leg end. Fasten to the ends
of the toe boards (HSP42015X and HSP42018X) using 5/16" x 1" flange bolts (S-7440) and
5/16" flange nuts (S-3611). (See Figure 8K.)

Figure 8K

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8. 42" Head Platform Left Hand Drive

Splice Toe Boards Together

NOTE: Position bolt heads to the inside of the platform.

1. Place each set of toe board ends (HSP42015X and HSP42016X) together and line up bolt holes with
holes in splice plate (HSP42044X).

2. Fasten each set together using twenty (20) 3/8" x 1" HHCS bolts (S-7469) and 3/8" nuts (S-10028).

3. Place ends of “Z” toe boards (HSP42066X and HSP42038X) together and line up bolt holes with
holes in “Z” splice plate (HSP4248ZSPLX). Fasten each set together using twelve (12) 3/8" x 1"
HHCS bolts (S-7469) and 3/8" nuts (S-10028). (See Figure 8L.)

Figure 8L

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Down-Leg Hatch Side Decking Section

1. Install three (3) planks of decking (HSP42043X) on the hatch side at the down-leg end.

NOTE: Be sure to install this section of decking by starting at the inside next to the toe board
and working outward.

2. Fasten the decking to the support channel (HSP42065X) using 5/16" x 1" flange bolts (S-7470) and
5/16" flange nuts (S-3611). (See Figure 8M.)

Figure 8M

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8. 42" Head Platform Left Hand Drive

Install Handrail Supports

NOTE: Position bolt heads to the inside of the platform.

1. Attach the ends of each support channel to the toe boards using six (6) handrail support brackets
(HSP4248HS). Fasten together using 3/8" x 1" HHCS bolts (S-7469) and 3/8" flange nuts (S-10028).

(See Figure 8N.)

Figure 8N

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Install Platform Post

NOTE: Position bolt heads to the inside of the platform.
NOTE: Posts should be finger-tightened only until handrails have been installed. Some “free play” will be

required to property fit the handrails in place.

1. Install platform post to the “Z” toe boards with the flat side to the toe board spacing them as shown
in Figure 8O.

2. Fasten middle post to toe boards using four (4) 5/16" x 1" flange bolts (S-7470) and 5/16" flange
nuts (S-3611).

3. Fasten corner posts to toe boards using six (6) 5/16" x 1" flange bolts (S-7470) and 5/16" flange
nuts (S-3611).

Figure 8O

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8. 42" Head Platform Left Hand Drive

Install Handrails

NOTE: Position bolt heads to the inside of the platform.
NOTE: Posts should be finger-tightened only until handrails have been in stalled. Some “free play” will be

required to property fit the handrails in place.

1. Loosely install hand rails to the top of the posts (HP1648HCP) as shown in Figure 8P using
5/16" x 2" HHCS bolts (S-7877) and 5/6" flange nuts (S-3611).

2. Once all handrails are in place, fully tighten platform posts to the toe boards and fully tighten the
handrails to the posts. (See Figure 8P.)

Figure 8P

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Attach Intermediate Handrails to Posts

1. Cut 14" off the tube end of three (3) small intermediate handrails (LDR-4088) and three (3) large
intermediate handrails (LDR-4087). (See Figure 8Q.)

2. Slide the small rail into the large rail and install one set at discharge end and other two (2) sets
opposite the discharge end on hatch side and adjust to fit.

3. Fasten using 5/16" x 1" flange bolts (S-7470) and 5/16" flange nuts (S-3611).

4. Install the remaining intermediate handrails around the platform using 5/16" x 1" flange bolts (S-7470)
and 5/16 flange nuts (S-3611).

Figure 8Q

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8. 42" Head Platform Left Hand Drive

Install the Hatch

1. Install left and right hatch hinges (HSP36033 and HSP36002) to the toe board (HSP42015X) at the
hatch location using 5/16" x 1" flange bolts (S-7470) and 5/16 flange nuts (S-3611).

2. Align the hinges (HSP36033 and HSP36002) to the inside of the deck hatch hinge angles
(GBS36226X) already assembled to the hatch. (See Figure 8R below and Figure 8S on Page 69.)

3. Fasten together using 3/8" x 1" HHCS bolts (S-7469), 3/8" washers (S-248) and 3/8" nylock nuts.

Figure 8R

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Figure 8S

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8. 42" Head Platform Left Hand Drive

4. Install magnets (HP1648MAG) to the latch bracket (HSP4248LMM) using #10-24 HWHS screws
(S-6145) and #10-24 nylock nuts (S-2010).

5. Open hatch fully and note where it rests against the platform post. Lower the hatch.

6. Install “X” series latch bracket assembly (HSP4248LMM and HP1648MAG) to this post where the
hatch meets the post using 5/16" x 1" flange bolts (S-7470) and 5/16" flange nuts (S-3611) through
the holes in the side of the post. (See Figure 8T.)

7. Raise the hatch, making sure it is flush against the magnets and holds the hatch securely in place.

Figure 8T

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9. 48" Head Platform Right Hand Drive

Chapter 9: 48" Head Platform Right Hand Drive

NOTE:

Right hand drive installation has shown. Left hand side installs the same but in opposite orientation

Attach Cross Support Channels to Lower Head

1. Align the bolt holes that are located next to the cross channel splice plate (HSP484039) of the cross
channels (HSP482007X) to the main support channel (HSP484101) located on the hatch side. They
all face the same direction except for the next to last on the discharge end. Fasten together using
eight (8) 3/8" x 1" HHCS bolts (S-7469) and 3/8" flange nuts (S-968). (See Figure 9A below and

Figure 9B on Page 72.)

Figure 9A

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Figure 9B

NOTE: Cross channels should extend farther on the drive side than on the hatch side of the lower head.

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2. Place lower head section on solid and level surface.

3. Attach channel support assemblies (HSP484101) to both sides of the lower head as shown
removing bolts where necessary and replacing with 3/8" x 1" HHCS bolts (S-7515) and 3/8" wide
flange nuts (S-968). (See Figure 9C below and Figure 9D on Page 74.)

4. Attach cross tie channel (HSP482CCS) between the ends of the main channel support assemblies
using 3/8" x 1" HHCS bolt (S-7515) and 3/8" flange nuts (S-968).

Figure 9C

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9. 48" Head Platform Right Hand Drive

Figure 9D

5. Install the diagonal cross tie channel support (HSP482CCD) between the channel support
assemblies (HSP484101) and secure in place using 3/8" x 1" HHCS bolt (S-7469) and 3/8" flange
nuts (S-10028). (See Figure 9E.)

Figure 9E

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9. 48" Head Platform Right Hand Drive

6. Install kicker attachment support (HSP482KBA) between the two (2) cross channels (HSP482007X)
using 3/8" x 1" HHCS bolts (S-7469) and 3/8" flange nuts (S-10028). (See Figure 9F.)

Figure 9F

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9. 48" Head Platform Right Hand Drive

Attach Toe Board Channels to Cross Support Channels

1. Position the toe boards (HSP48043X) along the side of the lower head.

2. Align toe boards with the cross channels as shown in Figure 9G.

3. Fasten toe boards to channels using 5/16" x 1" flange bolts (S-7470) and nuts (S-3611).

4. Install middle toe board (HSP42064SX) to the end of the side toe boards using 5/16" x 1" flange bolts
(S-7470) and nuts (S-3611).

Figure 9G

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Deck Channel Support Angle to Channel Supports

NOTE: Support angles go through the deck plates. Therefore, three (3) middle deck planks will b e installed

at the same time as the support angles.

1. Attach the deck channel support angles (HSP484038) to channel support assemblies (HSP484101)
using 3/8" x 1" HHCS bolts (S-7469) and 3/8" flange nuts (S-10028). (See Figure 9H.)

Figure 9H

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9. 48" Head Platform Right Hand Drive

2. Locate the large holes in decking (HSP48011X) and orient the decking so that the end of the decking
with the greater length from the holes is towards the lower head. Simultaneously install the deck
plank (HSP48012X) between the two (2) deck planks with the large holes (HSP48011X).

3. Insert deck channel support angles (HSP484038) through the outside holes of the decking and attach
all three (3) decking planks to the toe board (HSP48044X) and cross support channel (HSP482007X)
using 5/16" x 1" flange bolts (S-7470) and 5/16" flange nuts (S-3611).

4. Attach deck channel support angles (HSP484038) to the lower head bearing angle (42HDBRGN)
using 3/8" x 1" HHCS bolts (S-7469) and 3/8" flange nut (S-10028).

Figure 9I

Decking Installation

IMPORTANT: Install ALL decking by starting next to the toe board and working outward. Planks must be

firmly seated next to each other.

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Decking Section: Up-Leg Hatch Side

1. Install four (4) planks of decking (HSP48009X) on the drive side at the up-leg end. NOTE: Be sure
to install this section of decking by starting at the inside next to the toe board and working outward.

2. Fasten the decking to the three (3) cross channels (HSP482007X) using 5/16" x 1" flange bolts
(S-7470) and 5/16" flange nuts (S-3611). (See Figure 9J.)

Figure 9J

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9. 48" Head Platform Right Hand Drive

Decking Section: Down-Leg Hatch Side

NOTE: Be sure to install this section of decking by starting at the inside next to the toe board and

working outward.

1. Install the first deck plank (HSP48007X) on the hatch side at the down -leg end against the toe board
across all three (3) support channels (HSP42065X).

2. Next install the three (3) deck planks (HSP48008X) to the two (2) support channels (HSP42065X),
leaving an opening for the hatch.

3. Fasten the decking to the support channels (HSP42065X) using 5/16" x 1" flange bolts (S-7470) and
5/16" flange nuts (S-3611). (See Figure 9K.)

Figure 9K

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9. 48" Head Platform Right Hand Drive

Decking Section: Up-Leg Drive Side

1. Install six (6) planks of decking (HSP48009X) on the drive side at the up-leg end. NOTE: Be sure to
install this section of decking by starting at the inside next to the toe board and working outward.

2. Fasten the decking to the three (3) cross channels using 5/16" x 1" flange bolts (S-7470) and
5/16" flange nuts (S-3611). (See Figure 9L.)

Figure 9L

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9. 48" Head Platform Right Hand Drive

Decking Section: Down-Leg Drive Side

1. Install six (6) planks of decking (HSP42007X) on the drive side at the down-leg end. NOTE: Be sure
to install this section of decking by starting at the inside next to the toe board and working outward.

2. Fasten the decking to the three (3) cross channels using 5/16" x 1" flange bolts (S-7470) and
5/16" flange nuts (S-3611). (See Figure 9M.)

Figure 9M

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Install Toe Boards

1. Install the longest toe board assemblies (HSP42015X and HSP48042X). Orient toe boards so the
(HSP42015X) is towards the up-leg end of the lower head.

2. Fasten toe boards to the support channels using 5/16" x 1" flange bolts (S-7440) and 5/16" flange
nuts (S-3611).

3. Install each end of the long “Z” toe board assembly to the bottom of the long toe board assemblies
using 5/16" x 1" flange bolts (S-7440) and 5/16" flange nuts (S-3611).

4. Install the “Z” toe board (HSP48037X) on the drive side at the down-leg end. Fasten to the ends
of the toe boards (HSP42015X and HSP42018X) using 5/16" x 1" flange bolts (S-7440) and
5/16" flange nuts (S-3611).

5. Install the “Z” toe board (HSP48036X) on the hatch side at the down-leg end. Fasten to the ends
of the toe boards (HSP42015X and HSP42018X) using 5/16" x 1" flange bolts (S-7440) and
5/16" flange nuts (S-3611). (See Figure 9N.)

Figure 9N

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Splice Toe Boards Together

NOTE: Position bolt heads to the inside of the platform.

1. Place each set of toe board ends (HSP42015X and HSP48042X) together and line up bolt holes with
holes in splice plate (HSP42044X).

2. Fasten each set together using twenty (20) 3/8" x 1" HHCS bolts (S-7469) and 3/8” nuts (S-10028).

(See Figure 9O.)

3. Place ends of “Z” toe boards (HSP42066X and HSP42038X) together and line up bolt holes with
holes in “Z” splice plate (HSP4248ZSPLX). Fasten each set together using twelve (12) 3/8" x 1"
HHCS bolts (S-7469) and 3/8" nuts (S-10028). (See Figure 9O.)

Figure 9O

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Install Handrail Supports

NOTE: Position bolt heads to the inside of the platform.

1. Attach the ends of each cross support channel to the toe boards using eight (8) handrail support
brackets (HSP4248HS). Fasten together using 3/8" x 1" HHCS bolts (S-7469) and 3/8" flange nuts
(S-10028). (See Figure 9P.)

Figure 9P

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Install Platform Post

NOTE: Position bolt heads to the inside of the platform.
NOTE: Posts should be finger-tightened only until handrails have been in stalled. Some “free play” will be

required to property fit the handrails in place.

1. Install platform post to the “Z” toe boards with the flat side to the toe board spacing them as shown
in Figure 9Q.

2. Fasten middle post to toe boards using four 5/16" x 1" flange bolts (S-7470) and 5/16" flange
nuts (S-3611).

3. Fasten corner posts to toe boards using six 5/16" x 1" flange bolts (S-7470) and 5/16 flange
nuts (S-3611). (See Figure 9Q.)

Figure 9Q

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Install Handrails

NOTE: Position bolt heads to the inside of the platform.
NOTE: Posts should be finger-tightened only until handrails have been installed. Some “free play” will be

required to property fit the handrails in place.

1. Loosely install handrails to the top of the posts (HP1648HCP) as shown in Figure 9R using
5/16" x 2" HHCS bolts (S-7877) and 5/6" flange nuts (S-3611).

2. Once all handrails are in place, fully tighten platform posts to the toe boards and fully tighten the
handrails to the posts. (See Figure 9R.)

Figure 9R

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Attach Intermediate Handrails to Posts

1. Cut 18" off the tube end of one small intermediate handrails (LDR-4088) and one large intermediate
handrails (LDR-4087). Install these intermediate rails on the drive side next to the lower head.

(See Figure 9S.)

2. Cut 12" off the tube end of one small intermediate handrails (LDR-4088) and one large intermediate
handrails (LDR-4087). Install these intermediate rails on the drive side at the corner. (See Figure 9S.)

3. Slide the small rail into the large rail and install one set at discharge end and other two (2) sets
opposite the discharge end on hatch side and adjust to fit.

4. Fasten using 5/16" x 1" flange bolts (S-7470) and 5/16" flange nuts (S-3611).

5. Slide the small rails into the large rails and install all the intermediate handrails around the platform
using 5/16" x 1" flange bolts (S-7470) and 5/16" flange nuts (S-3611).

Figure 9S

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Install the Hatch

1. Install left and right hatch hinges (HSP36033 and HSP36002) to the toe board (HSP42015X) at the
hatch location using 5/16" x 1" flange bolts (S-7470) and 5/16" flange nuts (S-3611).

2. Align the hinges (HSP36033 and HSP36002) to the inside of the deck hatch hinge angles
(GBS36224 or HSP484055X) already assembled to the hatch.

3. Fasten together using 3/8" x 1" HHCS bolts (S-7469), 3/8" washers (S-248) and 3/8" nylock nuts.

(See Figure 9T below and Figure 9U on Page 90.)

Figure 9T

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Figure 9U

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9. 48" Head Platform Right Hand Drive

4. Install magnets (HP1648MAG) to the latch bracket (HSP4248LMM) using #10-24 HWHS screws
(S-6145) and #10-24 nylock nuts (S-2010).

5. Open hatch fully and note where it rests against the platform post. Lower the hatch.

6. Install “X” Series latch bracket assembly (HSP4248LMM and HP1648MAG) to this post where the
hatch meets the post using 5/16" x 1" flange bolts (S-7470) and 5/16 flange nuts (S-3611) through
the holes in the side of the post.

7. Raise the hatch, making sure it is flush against the magnets and holds the hatch securely in place.

Figure 9V

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9. 48" Head Platform Right Hand Drive

See detail BQ

on Page 93

See detail BP

on Page 93

Attach Knee Braces to Platform and Trunking (48" Only)

NOTE: If not using knee braces, platform must have external support.

1. Attach knee braces (HSP482PKB) to knee attachment support (HSP482KBA) on bottom of platform
using 3/8" x 1" HHCS bolts (S-7469) and 3/8" nuts (S-10028).

2. Attach the universal trunking knee brackets (HP482UTKB) to the trunking with rods.

3. Attach knee braces (HSP482PKB) to universal trunking knee brackets (HP482UTKB) using 3/8" x 1"
HHCS bolts (S-7469) and 3/8" nuts (S-10028).

Figure 9W

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Figure 9X

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10. 6 x 6 Distributor Platforms

Chapter 10: 6 x 6 Distributor Platforms

This assembly is designed to be located at any elevation on trunking that is needed to provide access to
other equipment. Determine elevation of platform surface and work from there. Locate all parts required
for assembly by using the chart as shown in Figure 10A.

42" Platform Clamps

Locate all clamp halves (DSP42007), clamp brackets (DSP42006), threaded rods (DSP42008) and
hardware to assemble clamps onto the trunking.

Measure the distance between the clamps to assure proper location for support channels and knee brace
attachment. See clamp detail in Figure 10A for hardware orientation.

Attach one clamp half to the end of each platform support channel using 5/8" hardware in the top and
bottom holes of the bracket.

Insert rod through the middle hole in the brackets attached to the platform support channel. Fasten using
5/8" nut, 5/8" lock washer and two (2) flat washers.

Place brackets with support channels attached around trunking and fasten in place with clamp bracket
using 1/2" hardware.

Adjust the position of the inside nuts of the rod assembly to allow the clamps to be tightened onto
the trunking.

NOTE: Tighten clamps onto trunking, do not overtighten and collapse the trunking. Position inside nuts

back to the clamp and tighten.

Figure 10A 42" Clamping

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48" Platform Clamps

Locate all clamp halves (DSP42007), clamp brackets (DSP48006), threaded rods (DSP48008) and
hardware to assemble clamps onto the trunking.

Measure the distance between the clamps to assure proper location for support channels and knee brace
attachment. See clamp detail in Figure 10B for hardware orientation.

Attach one clamp half to the end of each platform support channel using 5/8" hardware in the top and
bottom holes of the bracket.

Insert rod through the middle hole in the brackets attached to the platform support channel. Fasten using
5/8" nut, 5/8" lock washer and two (2) flat washers.

Place brackets with support channels attached around trunking and fasten in place with clamp bracket
using 1/2" hardware.

Adjust the position of the inside nuts of the rod assembly to allow the clamps to be tightened onto
the trunking.

NOTE: Tighten clamps onto trunking, do not overtighten and collapse the trunking. Position inside nuts

back to the clamp and tighten.

Figure 10B 48" Clamping

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Support Channels and Knee Braces

Assemble clamps securely to the trunk, attach the platform support channel (DSP36005) to the upper
clamp using 1/2" hardware.

Insert rod (DSP36008) through middle hole in the bracket, attached to the p latform support channel using
5/8" hex nut (S-4110), 5/8" lock washer (S-3208) and two (2) 5/18" flat washers (S-858). The knee braces
will attach in the upper set of holes on side of support channels using 1/2" hardware. (See Figure 10C.)

Figure 10C

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10. 6 x 6 Distributor Platforms

See detail BU

on Page 98

See detail BT

on Page 98

Cross Braces for Knee Braces

Attach knee brace diagonals to bottom side of the knee braces, this will add extra stability to the distributor
platform. (See Figure 10D below and Figure 10E on Page 98.)

Figure 10D

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Cross Braces for Knee Braces (Continued)

Figure 10E

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Toe Boards

NOTE: 42" Assembly shown in R.H. configuration.

With support assembly attached to trunk and hardware tightened, proceed by attaching the notched toe
board angle (DSP36002X) and toe board angle (DSP36003X) to the top of th e support channel using the
5/16" hardware provided. (Leave hardware loose.) (See Figure 10F.)

Figure 10F

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10. 6 x 6 Distributor Platforms

Figure 10G

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