Hydro Mobile M2 Owner's Manual

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ENERAL INFORMATION

Model M2 Series 14' (4,3 m) motorized unit

M2 Series 24' (7,3 m) motorized unit Motorized unit serial number Manufacturing date

© 2015 by Hydro Mobile Inc. All rights reserved This manual was produced by Hydro Mobile Inc. on Adobe® InDesign CS5.5® version 5.0.1 for Windows®. Technical drawings were prepared using Autodesk Inventor ® 2012. Illustrations were created with Autodesk®

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This manual may not, in whole or in part, be copied, photocopied, reproduced, translated, or converted to any electronic or machine readable form without prior written consent of Hydro Mobile Inc.

APAVE certiﬁ cation: 0077-5237-760-0411-4103 (2014)

125 de l’Industrie

L’Assomption, Quebec, Canada

J5W 2T9

NOTE

All assembly and operation instructions located on motorized units and bridges take precedence over information contained in this manual. Should there be any discrepancies discovered throughout any published documentation issued by Hydro Mobile or its authorized afﬁ liates, the following order of precedence shall prevail:

1. Written documents issued by the Hydro Mobile Engineering department

2. Recall instructions

3. Assembly or operation instructions displayed on the motorized unit

4. Owner's manual Any use of one or several Hydro Mobile motorized units, with or without accessories, in such a

conﬁ guration or manner as not explicitly described in this manual is not allowed without the permission of Hydro Mobile Inc.

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Information

Useful information for safe and easy operation

Warning note

An important warning: damage or injury may occur

Useful tip

A useful tip to facilitate installation or operation

Wind speed warning

An important warning: wind speed conditions must be observed to avoid damage or injury

Type of setup

Single unit freestanding installation

Type of setup

Single unit installation with mast ties

Type of setup

Multiple units freestanding installation

Type of setup

Multiple units installation with mast ties

The information and instructions contained in this manual applies to

units bearing the following serial numbers

24M 5157 M2 and up 14M 0200 M2 and up

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EVISION LIST

Version Date Description

v1.0 April 2002 First edition of Owner’s manual v2.0 May 2002 Addition of forward extension and monorail v2.1 June 2002 “Long” mast ties changed for “extensions” v2.2 Sept 2002 Access and rest platforms v3.0 Sept 2004 Addition of 14' (4,3 m) unit, split base and training sheets v3.1 Sept 2004 Modiﬁ cations to weights; various typographical corrections; modiﬁ cation of grease type v4.0 Sept 2010 Overall revision; inclusion of additional accessories; detailed warranty policy; inclusion of new modular bridge assemblies v4.01 Oct 2010 Minor corrections v4.02 Nov 2010 Modiﬁ cations to load capacity charts; minor additions and corrections v4.03 Oct 2015 Corrections to components included with shipped unit

v5.0 Feb/Mar 2016

Overall revision; major changes to installation instructions; inclusion of accessories (sidewalk canopy, mast base plates, swivel bridge, ﬂ ush bearing bridge adapter, multiple mast handler) (typo corrections in March before ﬁ rst print)

v5.01 Sept 2016

Modiﬁ cation to distance to wall in MU dimensions; modiﬁ cation of number of plywoods required when cribbing; modiﬁ cations to bridge lengths in load capacities

v5.02 April 2017 Minor corrections; addition of storage instructions for unit and bridge

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GENERAL INFORMATION

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Introduction .................................................................3

Warranty .................................................................4

Performance and safety rules......................................5

Deﬁ nition of the competent person ...................5

Deﬁ nition of the qualiﬁ ed person ......................5

General guidelines ............................................5

Deﬁ nition of standard installation ......................7

Overview .................................................................8

List of components included with shipped unit ............8

Speciﬁ cations ............................................................10

Weight of components ...............................................12

Dimensions 13 Positioning

Minimum bearing surface capacities ..............15

Cribbing ..........................................................16

Setup and conﬁ gurations

General guidelines ..........................................17

Combination of standard and non standard

conﬁ gurations .................................................17

Deﬁ nition of a standard conﬁ guration .............17

Positioning of base outriggers ........................19

Installation of freestanding setups

Single unit ...................................................19

Multiple units ...............................................21

Installation of tied setups

Methods to install tie levels .........................22

“A” – progressive installation

Single unit ..............................................23

Multiples units ........................................24

“B” – pre-installation of tie levels

Single unit ..............................................25

Multiple units ..........................................27

“C” – pre-installation of tie levels

Single unit ..............................................28

Multiple units ..........................................30

Dismantling an installation

Safety guidelines .........................................32

Freestanding installations

Single unit .............................................32

Multiple units ..........................................32

Tied installations

Single unit (“A” or “B” installation) ................33

Multiple units (“A” or “B” installation) ............34

Single unit (“C” installation) ........................35

Multiple units (“C” installation).....................36

Lifting and moving a motorized unit setup ........37

Safety hooks system .................................................41

Fall protection equipment ..........................................41

Standard bridge

Overview .........................................................43

Bridge types...............................................................43

Cantilever bridge

Installation.......................................................43

Bearing bridge

Safety guidelines ............................................46

Installation.......................................................46

Offset bearing bridge structure ...................47

Safety chains ..............................................47

Dismantling a bearing bridge ..........................48

Multi purpose insert bridge (

MPI

)

Forward/Back extension bridge ......................49

Cantilever bridge.............................................50

Lateral cantilever bridge .................................50

Narrow bearing bridge ....................................51

Alternate bridge conﬁ gurations ..................................53

Angled bearing bridge setup ...........................53

Inside / Outside corner bearing bridge............54

Swivel bridge

Installation of the square bridge adapter ........56

Installation of the swivel and square bridges ..57

Angle adjustment ............................................57

Standard and swivel bridge guardrails............58

Front cantilever conﬁ gurations........................59

Counterweight adapter ...................................60

Motorized unit preparation instructions......................62

Engine startup preparation instructions .....................63

Storage of the control post ........................................64

Raising the platform...................................................65

Lowering the platform ................................................67

Installation of a mast section .....................................69

Installation of mast ties ..............................................70

Mast tie schedule ............................................70

Appropriate mast tie installation......................71

Mast tie requirements for

planking conﬁ gurations ...................................72

Angle of mast ties and wall tie distances ........74

Passing mast tie levels ...................................75

Removal of mast ties ......................................75

Removal and transport of mast sections ........75

Angled mast ties .............................................76

Installation of the angle bracket ..................76

Installation of extended mast ties ................77

Anchoring system

Wall tie types ..................................................78

Installation of ﬂ oor ties ....................................79

Installation of ﬁ xed wall ties ............................79

Installation of a welded wall tie on a beam .......79

Installation of a re-usable wall tie....................79

Changes to the calculation method ...........................80

Load capacity calculation guidelines .........................80

Evenly distributed – Single unit setup

14' (4,3 m) motorized unit ...............................81

24' (7,3 m) motorized unit ...............................81

Evenly distributed – Multiple units setup

14' (4,3 m) motorized unit ...............................82

24' (7,3 m) motorized unit ...............................83

MPI – Evenly distributed with 24' (7,3 m) unit

Lateral cantilever ............................................84

Forward extension ..........................................85

Narrow bearing bridge ....................................86

Swivel bridge with 24' (7,3 m) unit

Single unit front 0-45 degrees.........................87

Single unit with counterweight adapter ...........88

Angled and corner installations

Inside corner ...................................................89

Outside corner ................................................90

Safety accessories Guardrails

Standard .....................................................91

Face guardrail supports ..............................91

Plank-end guardrails ...................................92

Movable guardrails ......................................93

Universal plank safety support ....................93

Retractable rest platform .............................94

Other accessories

Outriggers ...........................................................

Planking conﬁ guration guidelines ...............95

Outrigger selection table .............................95

Doubled outriggers ......................................96

Cross boxes ................................................97

Non standard planking conﬁ gurations .........97

Top outriggers .............................................99

Bottom outriggers ........................................99

Cantilever outrigger supports ....................100

Sliding doors .................................................100

Wheel set ......................................................102

Hoist .............................................................103

Weather protection .......................................104

Monorail ........................................................108

Flush bearing bridge adapter ........................110

Securing the access walkway ....................... 111

Adapter base for sidewalk canopy

installation .....................................................112

Mast base plates...........................................115

Multiple mast handler....................................117

Transport and storage Preparation of the motorized unit for

transport........................................................118

Storage of the control post............................119

Storage of the motorized unit........................119

Inspections and maintenance Daily and weekly inspections and maintenance Inspection and maintenance of

the cylinder hook .......................................120

Greasing the mast carriage and guide

rollers ........................................................121

Inspecting and greasing the

safety hooks ..............................................122

Frequent inspections and maintenance ........123

Annual inspections and maintenance ...........123

Examples of checklists .................................124

Hydraulic diagram .........................................125

General Information

Performance and Safety

1 – Motorized Unit

3 – Bridges

4 – Power Pack and Operating Components

6 – Load Capacities

7 – Accessories

2 – Safety Devices

8 – Transport, Storage and Maintenance

5 – Masts and Mast Ties

GENERAL INFORMATION

Dear owner or user: Thank you for investing in a Hydro Mobile M2 Series mast climbing work platform system

(24' / 7,3 m model or 14' / 4,3 m model). The design of these motorized units reﬂ ects over a decade of continued ﬁ eld operation, testing and research work and comes as a solution to our company’s deepest concern, your safety and well being on the job.

To ensure that the workplace becomes safer and more efﬁ cient using a Hydro Mobile system, always have appropriately trained personnel assemble, operate, dismantle and move your mast climbing work platform system. These qualiﬁ ed persons will be required to read this owner’s manual and assimilate the information contained herein. Failure to do so could lead to serious injury and/or equipment damage.

These motorized units were designed in accordance with the following standards:

US ANSI

A92.9-2011

, ISO 16369:2007 and EN 1495, 2006/42/CE “directive machine” and 89/336/CEE

“directive CEM”. Furthermore, these motorized units and the owner’s manual comply with

US ANSI A92.9-2011 standards, Federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration

Standards OSHA 29CFR1926 subpart L; with ISO 16369:2007 and CSA B354.5-07; and with

EN 1495, 2006/42/CE“directive machine”, 89/336/CEE “directive CEM” and ISO 16369:2007.

To maximize the life expectancy of your equipment and to enjoy years of trouble free operation, we recommend that this Hydro Mobile system be serviced according to maintenance schedules and recommendations provided in this manual. It is also advised to refer to the Honda user’s manual included with the motorized unit.

Should you have any questions or concerns, please contact the nearest authorized service center or Hydro Mobile directly at 888-484-9376 (in the United States) or 450 589-8100 (in Canada). You can also visit our W eb site at www.hydro-mobile.com for additional support and information on our factory safety and performance training seminars.

We wish you years and years of safe, productive construction and renovation work. Sincerely,

Introduction

Vincent Dequoy President

GENERAL INFORMATION

Warranty

Warranty period

Hydro Mobile Inc., herein referred to as Hydro Mobile, warrants its new M2 Series motorized units to be free from defect of materials and workmanship for a period of 15 months from the date of delivery to the authorized distributor/service center.

Hydro Mobile also warrants its new M2 Series parts and accessories to be free from defect of materials and workmanship for a period of 15 months from the date of delivery to the authorized distributor/service center.

Description of warranty

Hydro Mobile's obligation and liability under this warranty are expressly limited to repairing or replacing with re-manufactured or new parts, at Hydro Mobile's option, any part and accessory manufactured by Hydro Mobile proven defective after inspection by Hydro Mobile which appear to have been defective in material or workmanship. Only permanent repairs will be covered under this warranty . Hydro Mobile reserves the right to ask for maintenance records of the defective part before settling a claim and to deny such claim if maintenance records are not available or not compliant with maintenance schedules.

This warranty shall not apply to component parts or accessories of products not manufactured by Hydro Mobile and which carry the warranty of the manufacturer thereof or to normal maintenance (such as engine tune-up) or any part necessary to perform such maintenance. Hydro Mobile offers no other warranty, expressed or implied, and offers no warranty of merchantability or ﬁ tness for any particular purpose.

Parts and accessories manufactured by Hydro Mobile

All engines manufactured by Honda under the "GX" lineup are covered by an international warranty of 36 months (12 months on mufﬂ ers). To have an engine repaired under this warranty, the engine must be brought to an authorized Hydro Mobile distributor/service center or to a Honda authorized distributor/service center.

Engine

All the batteries shipped from the factory with new equipment are guaranteed for a period of 60 days. Any battery discharged due to operator error will not be covered under this warranty . Dead batteries that can be recharged will not be replaced under this warranty.

Battery

Hydro Mobile's obligation under such warranty shall not include duty, taxes or any other charge whatsoever, or any liability for direct, indirect, incidental or consequential damage or delay.

Costs and liability associated with warranty

Any use of one or several Hydro Mobile motorized units, with or without accessories, in such a conﬁ guration or manner as not explicitly described in the owner's manual is not recommended without the prior written permission of Hydro Mobile.

Any improper use, including operation after discovery of defective or worn parts, shall void this warranty . Improper use also includes operation beyond rated capacity , substitution of parts other than those approved by Hydro Mobile, including anchor systems, or any alteration, modiﬁ cation or repair by others in such manner as in Hydro Mobile's judgment affects the product materially and adversely .

Exclusion

All warranty work must be performed by a certiﬁ ed Hydro Mobile technician to be eligible for reimbursement under the warranty.

Labor

Product registration

In accordance with standards governing mast climbing work platform systems, the owner of a Hydro Mobile M2 Series unit must register the product with Hydro Mobile within sixty (60) days. The initial buyer of a Hydro Mobile M2 Series unit is automatically registered by Hydro Mobile.

Hydro Mobile must be kept informed of any change of ownership. The new owner must provide Hydro Mobile with a full name and address, along with the model and serial number of the unit acquired.

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PERFORMANCE AND SAFETY

Performance and Safety Rules

SAFETY comes ﬁ rst. The installation and operation of a mast climber is subject to hazards that

can be avoided only by using extreme care and common sense, and by providing the appropriate training and supervision to all its users.

It is essential that the installation and dismantling of an M2 Series motorized unit and its related accessories be carried out according to the guidelines, instructions and warnings included in the owner's manual and performed by qualiﬁ ed erectors/dismantlers under the supervision of a competent person (see boxes below).

It is also imperative that the operation of an M2 Series motorized unit setup be carried out according to the guidelines, instructions and warnings included in the owner's manual. To ensure safe and proper operation, Hydro Mobile recommends that two persons be on hand to perform maneuvers for each motorized unit in a setup and that at least one of those two persons is a qualiﬁ ed

operator (see box below) for an M2 Series motorized unit and its accessories.

General guidelines

1- Prepare a layout plan showing how the mast climbing work platform system (motorized

units, bridges and accessories) will be positioned near structures or walls to be erected. On long walls, install separate mast climber sections to allow for ﬂ exibility. Make sure to position motorized units so as to provide proper anchoring points for masts for tied installations.

2- Rely on a licensed engineer for help on special jobs and to approve plans if required by local regulation.

3- It is recommended to use the job survey form as a guide for the proper installation of the conﬁ guration. Refer to p. 124 of the Transport, Storage and Maintenance section for more information about the job survey form.

WARNING

It is mandatory to refer to the Mast Tie Schedule table on p. 70 of the Masts and Mast Ties

section before the installation of any M2 Series conﬁ guration.

WARNING

The conﬁ gurations and methods to achieve these conﬁ gurations for an M2 Series installation shown and described in this owner’s manual are the only ones authorized by Hydro Mobile. For any conﬁ guration or method to achieve such a conﬁ guration other than those shown and described in this owner’s manual, contact the Hydro Mobile technical support team.

Deﬁ nition of the competent person

Competent person means a person who is capable of identifying existing and predictable hazards in

the surroundings or working conditions which are unsanitary, hazardous or dangerous to employees,

and who has authorization to take prompt corrective measures to eliminate them.

Deﬁ nition of the qualiﬁ ed person

“Qualiﬁ ed” means a person who, by possession of a recognized degree, certiﬁ cate or professional standing, or who by extensive knowledge, training and experience, has successfully demonstrated the ability to solve or resolve problems relating to the subject matter, the work or the project.

Only a qualiﬁ ed person on the speciﬁ c make and model of the Hydro Mobile equipment can carry out the following tasks:

User/operator

A qualiﬁ ed user/operator is allowed to operate Hydro Mobile units according to the guidelines, instructions, warnings and methods set out in the owner’s manuals and Hydro Mobile training courses and after they have been erected, tested and passed for use by a qualiﬁ ed person.

Erector/dismantler

A qualiﬁ ed erector/dismantler is allowed to erect, dismantle, test, pass for use and modify the conﬁ guration of Hydro Mobile units according to the guidelines, instructions, warnings and methods set out in the owner’s manuals and Hydro Mobile training courses.

Technician

A qualiﬁ ed technician is allowed to perform maintenance inspections and repairs on Hydro Mobile units according to the guidelines, instructions, warnings and methods set out in the owner’s manuals and Hydro Mobile training courses.

Hydro Mobile recommends that Qualiﬁ ed Persons follow the Hydro Mobile University Training

Program on the speciﬁ c task and speciﬁ c make and model to get proper qualiﬁ cations. For more

information on the Hydro Mobile University Training Program,

visit www.hydro-mobile.com/training.

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PERFORMANCE AND SAFETY

Performance and Safety Rules

4- Any M2 Series setup requiring an approved, angled or non-linear conﬁ guration achieved with a forward/back extension or a swivel bridge must have mast ties. In addition, mast ties must be installed following the appropriate schedule for the installation of tie levels.

5- Any M2 Series setup requiring the use of additional, approved accessories and equipment

such as a hoist and hoist support structure speciﬁ cally manufactured to be used on an M2 Series installation, weather protection or an approved planking conﬁ guration wider than the standard four planks must have mast ties. In addition, mast ties must be

installed following the appropriate schedule for the installation of tie levels. 6- It is mandatory to refer to the Mast Tie Schedule table on p. 70 of the Masts and Mast Ties

section and to the Load Capacities section on p. 80 before the installation of any M2 Series conﬁ guration.

7- Establish the distance between the mast climbing work platform system and the structure or wall, taking into account the length of plank outriggers, as well as curvatures, balconies, columns, trees, telephone wires, electrical lines, etc.

8- Refer to and follow local regulations governing distances between the mast climbing work platform system and electrical lines. As a reference, North American regulations generally recommend keeping a safe distance of at least 10' (3 m) from overhead power lines carrying 50,000 volts or less.

9- Make sure the ground or support surface capacity meets with values included in the Minimum Bearing Surface Capacities table herein (fig. 1.18, p. 15). Soil compacting, cribbing or shoring can increase bearing capacity.

10- Never modify the mast climbing work platform system or use substitute factory parts. This could adversely affect worker safety, unit performance and void the warranty. In addition, this could lead to serious injury or death.

11- The M2 Series motorized unit must not be used with any equipment or any accessories not specifically manufactured and rated by Hydro Mobile to be used with M2 Series motorized units. For the use and installation of any such equipment or accessories, contact the distributor/service center or the Hydro Mobile technical support team.

12- Never use the motorized unit in a enclosed space due to carbon monoxide emissions or in a place where explosives are stored. It is recommended to use an electrically-powered motorized unit as an alternative.

13- Each M2 Series motorized unit must be equipped with an appropriate ﬁ re extinguisher (not supplied). Use the bracket supplied with the motorized unit to hang the fire extinguisher in a readily accessible location (ﬁ g. 1.1, p. 8).

14- It is recommended not to smoke on the platform. 15- Planks used for planking must be scaffold graded (SPF), in good condition and meet

local regulations. 16- IMPORTANT: It is strongly recommended not to use equipment that may generate

excessive vibrations or reactions on Hydro Mobile platforms. 17- Workers exposed to potential hazards must always wear proper personal protection

equipment (PPE) such as a helmet, safety boots, a fall arrest harness, etc., as prescribed by local regulations. In all cases where workers are exposed to fall hazards, fall protection is required. Installation of all the necessary guardrails is mandatory.

18- The M2 Series motorized unit must only be used on a mast whose height does not exceed 250' (76 m).

19- To ensure work efﬁ ciency, maintain an adequate equipment and parts inventory on the job site. Keep equipment in good condition.

20- Inspection and maintenance operations must be carried out efﬁ ciently and in a timely manner. Daily inspections and their related operations must be performed by a qualiﬁ ed user/operator every day or before every working shift. Frequent and annual inspections and their related operations must be carried out by a

qualiﬁ ed technician. Refer to the Transport, Storage and

Maintenance section on p. 120 for more information on inspection and maintenance

requirements for M2 Series motorized units and their accessories. 21- After installation, mark off limit areas of the system using fencing, barriers, warning tape

and note emergency phone numbers (ﬁ re and police dept.) for quick reference. Prepare

an emergency evacuation plan that is speciﬁ c to the job site and is in accordance with local regulations.

22- Never load bridges or motorized units beyond their rated capacities. Overloading

may bring damages to equipment or cause the installation to become unbalanced, leading to serious injury or death.

General guidelines (cont’d)

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23- Contact the distributor/service center or Hydro Mobile for service, repair or technical advice. Refer to equipment type and serial number when calling.

24- Each person should access the platform by a staircase, through an opening in the building or, when the unit is at least 10' (3 m) above base level, by the back of the mast, using the access walkway to reach the platform. The use of the access walkway is mandatory to reach the platform by the mast. To avoid crushing hazards, it is important to make sure that the access ladder is fully extended before it is used. In all cases, transfer must be safe and free from obstruction.

25- The use of appropriate fall protection equipment is mandatory when using the mast for climbing or descending at heights between 30' (9,1 m) and 69' (21 m), when modifying plank conﬁ guration or whenever the worker is exposed to a fall hazard. Failure to use fall protection equipment can expose the user to serious injury or death. It is not recommended to climb up the mast to reach work areas at heights over 69 ' (21 m) because of the time and effort required to reach such heights. The use of alternate equipment compliant with local regulations, such as a rapid mast climber, a transport platform system, or a conventional scaffold stair system will prove to be more efﬁ cient. Refer to local regulations for more information.

26- Only one person at a time may evacuate the platform by climbing down the mast. It is not recommended to evacuate the platform by climbing down the mast when the platform is at heights beyond 69' (21 m).

27- In the event of an abnormal occurrence or operation which could compromise security (ex. malfunction of a motorized unit component, collision with an obstacle, etc.), immobilize the unit and inform the competent person.

28- It is strongly recommended not to touch any of the moving parts on the motorized unit when it is in use.

29- All access doors and panels on the motorized unit must be closed when they are not in use. All access doors and panels should be free from any material or obstruction.

30- The motorized unit must not be used or operated during an electrical thunderstorm. 31- The deposit of loads on the setup must be done with extreme care and under proper supervision.

Refer to the Load Capacities section on p. 80 for more information about placing loads on the platform. When the motorized unit setup is not in use and above base level, loads must not be left on the platform except for counterweights.

Performance and Safety Rules

General guidelines (cont’d)

Deﬁ nition of a standard installation

A standard installation, referred to throughout this owner’s manual and related documentation, is an

installation that does not require the use of additional equipment, such as a forward extension bridge,

a swivel bridge or a planking conﬁ guration wider than four planks nor the use of accessories such as

weather protection, a hoist or a monorail.

It is mandatory to refer to the Load Capacities section on p. 80 for the number of bridges allowed in

a standard single unit or multiple units installation.

WARNING - WIND SPEEDS

The erection and dismantling of a motorized unit setup (including the base, the bridges, the masts, the mast ties and all the other components) must not be conducted when wind speeds exceed 28 mph (45 km/h). Freestanding installations and setups equipped

with weather protection, when allowed, must not be used with wind speeds exceeding 28 mph (45 km/h). Weather protection, when allowed, must not be used when work is performed on an open air structure. A motorized unit setup with mast ties must not be operated when wind speeds exceed 35 mph (56 km/h).

When a motorized unit is not in use

- It is mandatory to leave the platform between two tie levels when the motorized unit is not in use.

- Remove all loads from the setup when the motorized unit is not in use.

- It is mandatory to leave all the counterweights applied on the setup in place when the motorized unit is not in use.

- In a freestanding installation, when allowed, the motorized unit must be brought down to base level when not in use.

-

If wind speeds are expected to exceed 94 mph (150 km/h), the motorized unit must be

brought down to base level when not in use.

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ﬁ g. 1.1

ﬁ g. 1.2

ﬁ g. 1.3

1 - MOTORIZED UNIT

Motorized Unit Overview

Sliding door guardrails

84" (213 cm) door support

guardrail

84" (213 cm) end guardrail with pockets

72" (183 cm) outrigger

Access walkway

Plank-end

guardrails

Bottom mast

section (welded

on base)

Adjustable

jack

Mudsill

Base

Control post

24' (4,3 m) motorized

unit structure

Access panel

Hooks

Engine

access panel

List of components included with shipped unit

M2 SERIES 24' (7,3 m) MOTORIZED UNIT

Qty Component Qty Component

1

M2 Series 24' (7,3 m) motorized unit

1

1 1/2" wrench 1 15/16" wrench 2 84" (213 cm) end guardrails 2 sliding guardrail doors 4 pockets for 84" (213 cm) end guardrails 2 84" (213 cm) guardrail doors 6 72" (183 cm) outriggers 2 plank-end guardrails 1 Owner’s manual 1

support for ﬁ re extinguisher

M2 SERIES 14' (4,3 m) MOTORIZED UNIT

Qty Component Qty Component

1

M2 Series 14' (4,3 m) motorized unit

1

1 1/2" wrench 1 15/16" wrench 2 84" (213 cm) end guardrails 2 sliding guardrail doors 4 pockets for 84" (213 cm) end guardrails 2 44" (112 cm) guardrail doors 4 72" (183 cm) outriggers 2 plank-end guardrails 1 Owner’s manual 1

support for ﬁ re extinguisher

Note The list of components included with each shipped motorized unit may change without notice.

24' (7,3 m) motorized unit

Mast tie

door

Note: Items depicted in illustrations may differ from actual products.

Support for ﬁ re

extinguisher

Base outrigger

84" (213 cm)

end guardrail

with pockets

84" (213 cm)

door support

guardrail

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ﬁ g. 1.4

ﬁ g. 1.5

ﬁ g. 1.6 ﬁ g. 1.7

ﬁ g. 1.8

1 - MOTORIZED UNIT

Motorized Unit Overview

Sliding guardrail

doors

44" (112 cm) door

support guardrail

44" (112 cm) door

support guardrail

72" (183 cm) outrigger

Adjustable

jack

Mudsill

Base

Control post

14' (4,3 m) motorized

unit structure

Access

panel

Plank-end

guardrails

Access

walkway

Engine access

panel

Hooks

14' (4,3 m) motorized unit

Guardrail storage

location

Forklift tubes

(for transport)

Hydraulic tank

Engine

Power pack

Mast tie door

24' (7,3 m) motorized unit shown in this illustration

Bottom mast

section (welded on

base)

Support for ﬁ re

extinguisher

Base outrigger

84" (213 cm)

end guardrail

with pockets

84" (213 cm) end guardrail

with pockets

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ﬁ g. 1.9

ﬁ g. 1.10

1 - MOTORIZED UNIT

Motorized Unit Speciﬁ cations

General Speciﬁ cations

24' (7,3 m) model 14' (4,3 m) model

Dimensions of the motorized unit (as shipped)

84" x 288" x 48" (2,1 m x 7,3 m x 1,2 m)

84" x 168" x 48" (2,1 m x 4,3 m x 1,2 m)

Drive system Hydraulic ratchet drive Hydraulic ratchet drive Maximum height 250' (76 m) 250' (76 m)

Distance between tie levels

Up to 30' (9,14 m) if mast ties are pre-installed (refer to Masts and Mast Ties section for complete information)

Freestanding height

35' (10,1 m) with extended telescopic base outriggers

25' (7,6 m) with extended telescopic base outriggers

Safety devices Safety hooks

Speed-activated hook system

Safety hooks

Speed-activated hook system

Speciﬁ c Features

24' (7,3 m) model 14' (4,3 m) model

Platform weight (as shipped)

Total 7300 lb (3311 kg) 6000 lb (2722 kg) Base 2300 lb (1043 kg) 1500 lb (680 kg)

MU structure assembly

5000 lb (2268 kg) 4500 lb (2041 kg)

Maximum load capacity

Single unit installation

16,600 lb at 64' (7530 kg at 19,7 m)

19,300 lb at 34' (8754 kg at 10,4 m)

Multiple units installation

30,000 lb at 148' (13 607 kg at 45,1 m)

32,800 lb at 108' (14 878 kg at 32,9 m)

Maximum lifting capacity 22,000 lb (9979 kg) 22,000 lb (9979 kg) Vertical travel speed 3' (0,9 m) per minute 3' (0,9 m) per minute

Mast section

16" x 16" x 60" (40,6 cm x 40,6 cm x 1,5 m) 235 lb (107 kg) per section

Bridges

Refer to the Bridges section for dimensions

Guardrails (included)

Sliding guardrail doors (2) Plank-end guardrails (2) 84" (213 cm) end guardrails (2) 84" (213 cm) door support guardrails (2)

Sliding guardrail doors (2) Plank-end guardrails (2) 84" (213 cm) end guardrails (2) 44" (112 cm) door support guardrails (2)

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Motorized Unit Speciﬁ cations

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. 1.1

1

Hydraulic Speciﬁ cations

Component Speciﬁ cations Double gear pump 2 x 3.18 GPM (2 x 12,02 l/min)

Hydraulic cylinder

2 x 3 1/2" x 23 1/2" x 1 1/2" (8,9 cm x 59,7 cm x 3,8 cm) with 3000 psi counterbalance

Hydraulic tank capacity 5.26 US gal (19,9 l) Hydraulic oil

Dexron III

ATF

Oil ﬁ lter

Ikron ﬁ lter model HE K44-20-135-AS-SP010 (HM part number A0410000-0004)

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. 1

.12

Engine Speciﬁ cations

24' (7,3 m) model 14' (4,3 m) model

Model Honda GX270 Honda GX270 Rated power 9 HP @ 3600 RPM 9 HP @ 3600 RPM Consumption 313 g / kWh (230 g / hph) 313 g / kWh (230 g / hph) Spark plug BPR6ES BPR6ES Oil type SAE 10W30 SAE 10W30 Gasoline tank capacity 1.6 US gal (6 l) 1.6 US gal (6 l) Oil capacity 1.16 US qt (1,10 l) 1.16 US qt (1,10 l) Electrical power supply 12 VDC – 10 Ah 12 VDC – 10 Ah Battery 12 VC – 230 CCA 12 VC – 230 CCA

For any other information regarding the use and maintenance of Honda engines, refer to the Honda User’s manual.

1

measured at 23' (7 m) @ 3600 RPM

2

with super silent mufﬂ er, noise level is 76 dB(A)

1

measured at 23'

(7

m) @

3600

R

PM

Operation Speciﬁ cations

Wind exposure

Maximum wind speed allowed

During operation (of a setup with mast ties) 35 mph (56 km/h)

During erecting and dismantling (all types of setups),

for freestanding installations and setups equipped with

weather protection

28 mph (45 km/h)

When unit is not in use 94 mph (150 km/h) A setup with mast ties should only be used on masts whose height does not exceed 250' (76 m). For complete information about wind speed restrictions and recommendations, see warning on p. 7. A freestanding setup should only be used on masts whose height does not exceed 35' (10,1 m) for 24' (7,3 m) motorized

units and 25' (7,6 m) for 14' (4,3 m) motorized units, with extended telescopic base outriggers for both motorized unit models

Noise exposure

Standard noise level 1 = 83 dB(A)

2

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Motorized Unit Speciﬁ cations

Weight of Components

Description Weight

24' (7,3 m) motorized unit 7300 lb (3311 kg) 14' (4,3 m) motorized unit 6000 lb (2722 kg) 24' (7,3 m) base assembly 2300 lb (1043 kg) 14' (4,3 m) base assembly 1500 lb (680 kg) 24' (7,3 m) structure assembly 5000 lb (2268 kg) 14' (4,3 m) structure assembly 4500 lb (2041 kg) Mast assembly 235 lb (107 kg) Walkway operator assembly 420 lb (191 kg) 6' (1,8 m) bearing bridge adapter assembly 900 lb (408 kg) 10' (3 m) modular bridge assembly 1360 lb (617 kg) 5' (1,5 m) modular bridge assembly 795 lb (361 kg) Multi-purpose insert bridge assembly 800 lb (363 kg) 72" (183 cm) outrigger kit 25 lb (11 kg) 120" (305 cm) outrigger kit 55 lb (25 kg) Sliding guardrail door - LEFT assembly for 24' (7,3 m) motorized unit 68 lb (31 kg) Sliding guardrail door - RIGHT assembly for 24' (7,3 m) motorized unit 68 lb (31 kg) Sliding guardrail door - LEFT assembly for 14' (4,3 m) motorized unit 50 lb (23 kg) Sliding guardrail door - RIGHT assembly for 14' (4,3 m) motorized unit 50 lb (23 kg) 84" (213 cm) door support guardrail for 24' (7,3 m) motorized unit 70 lb (32 kg) 44" (112 cm) door support guardrail for 14' (4,3 m) motorized unit 50 lb (23 kg) 84" (213 cm) end guardrail 60 lb (27 kg) 60" (150 cm) guardrail 32 lb(15 kg) Plank-end guardrail 30 lb (14 kg) Movable guardrail assembly – TYPE 2 75 lb (34 kg) Hoist main assembly 1860 lb (844 kg) Hoist power pack rack assembly 750 lb (340 kg) Hoist power pack bracket adapter for 14' (4,3 m) motorized unit 30 lb (15 kg) Monorail beam assembly 85 lb (39 kg) Junction plate assembly 19,5 lb (9,5 kg) Monorail beam attachment assembly 27 lb (12 kg) Weather protection – complete kit 224 lb (102 kg) Weather protection connection tube kit 68 lb (31 kg) Weather protection post assembly – TYPE 1 37 lb (17 kg) Weather protection top outrigger kit 74 lb (34 kg) Swivel bridge assembly (with guardrail) 800 lb (363 kg)) 5' (1,5 m) square bridge assembly 390 lb (177 kg) Flush bearing bridge adapter 350 lb (159 kg) Wheel set 535 lb(243 kg) Square bridge adapter assembly 230 lb (112 kg)

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Motorized Unit Speciﬁ cations

Front

Back

Dimensions of the Motorized Unit

190 3/16"

483,1 cm

28 3/8"

72,1 cm

105 1/4"

267,3 cm

55 5/8"

141,3 cm

180 1/8"

457,5 cm

196 3/16"

498,3 cm

202 3/16"

513,6 cm

288"

731,5 cm

45 1/4"

114,9 cm

A

* 141 3/8" (359,1 cm) with outriggers fully extended

24' (7,3 m) motorized unit

93 3/8"

237,2 cm

*

A = Distance from ﬁ nished wall. For more information,

refer to the general installation guidelines, on p. 18.

There must be an 11" (28 cm) clearance between

the front edge of the motorized unit deck and the

ﬁ nished wall

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14' (4,3 m) motorized unit

Dimensions of the Motorized Unit

106 3/16"

271,5 cm

28 3/8"

72,1 cm

Front

Back

105 1/4"

267,3 cm

93 3/8"

237,2 cm

55 5/8"

141,3 cm

96 1/8"

244,2 cm

112 1/4"

285,1 cm

118 3/16"

300,2 cm

168 1/4"

427,4 cm

* 141 3/8" (359,1 cm) with outriggers fully extended

45 1/4"

114,9 cm

A

*

Side view dimensions

24' (7,3 m) motorized unit and 14' (4,3 m) motorized unit

54 1/4"

137,8 cm

Front

Back

47 1/2"

120,7 cm

30 5/16"

77 cm

57 9/16"

146,2 cm

87 7/8"

223,2 cm

There must be an 11” (28 cm)

clearance between the front edge

of the motorized unit deck and the

ﬁ nished wall

A = Distance from ﬁ nished wall. For more information,

refer to the general installation guidelines, on p. 18.

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Positioning the Motorized Unit

Mudsill

Jack

Cribbing may be

required to distribute

reaction depending

on the bearing

surface

WARNING

Make sure the ground or support surface capacity meets with values

included in the Minimum Bearing Surface Capacities table (ﬁ g. 1.18). Soil

compacting, cribbing or shoring can increase bearing capacity. Contact an

engineer for assistance.

Minimum Bearing Surface Capacities

Height

Motorized unit

(pressure per mudsill)

Load under

mast

Mudsill: 14" x 28" (35,6 x 71 cm)

Contact surface: 392 sq in (,25 m2)

(ft) (m) Load reaction

Load

pressure

(psi)

Load

pressure

(kpa)

Load reaction

35 10,7

15 972 lb

41 283

21 880 lb

7245 kg

9925 kg

50 15,2

15 005 lb

38 262

22 735 lb

6806 kg

10 312 kg

75 22,9

15 830 lb

40 276

23 985 lb

7180 kg

10 879 kg

100 30,5

16 655 lb

43 296

25 235 lb

7556 kg

11 446 kg

150 45,7

18 305 lb

47 324

27 735 lb

8303 kg

12 580 kg

200 61,0

19 955 lb

51 352

30 235 lb

9051 kg

13 714 kg

250 76,2

21 605 lb

55 379

32 735 lb

9800 kg

14 848 kg

Bearing surface

Before installing the motorized unit, make sure the bearing surface under it is level, clear of debris and has the proper bearing capacity. When required, appropriate cribbing must be placed under the mudsills on the base to distribute the load. It is important to make sure that the bearing surface is stable and has not been subject to any type of erosion or deterioration caused by weather conditions (snow, rain, etc.).

General Concept

Cribbi

ng

may

be

Freestanding installation Tied installation

Load reactions under each mast must be considered for an installation using mast base plates. For more information about mast base plates, refer to p. 115 of the Accessories section.

Load reactions in above table include a dynamic factor.

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WARNING / AVERTISSEMENT / AVISO

A0800100-0011

Make sure that support surface under jacks has sufficient bearing capacity.

Veiller à ce que la capacité de charge de la surface d’appui sous les vérins soit adéquate.

Asegúrese que la capacidad de carga de la superficie de apoyo bajo los gatos sea la adecuada.

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ﬁ g. 1.21

ﬁ g. 1.22

ﬁ g. 1.23

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2

1

2 2

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Suggested Cribbing

40" x 40" x 6"

(102 cm x 102 cm x

15,2 cm)

Plywood

40" x 40" x 3/4"

(102 cm x 102 cm x 1,9 cm)

2

2"x 10" x 40"

(5 cm x 25 cm x 102 cm)

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Suggested cribbing for most bearing surfaces

The plywood and lumber used as cribbing should be secured together to prevent slipping. Using screws instead of nails for securing will prolong the service life of lumber and plywood used as cribbing.

Positioning the Motorized Unit

40" (102 cm)

6" (15,2 cm)

Values shown in the above table are for reference only. Any cribbing equivalent to or larger than these values can be used.

The type of cribbing chosen may vary according to the bearing surface where the setup must be installed.

For example, a setup installed on a concrete slab that is covering the bearing surface would require cribbing consisting of only one plywood panel under each mudsill while a setup installed on a concrete slab that is covering an indoor garage would require shoring in addition to plywood cribbing.

A setup installed on a bearing surface composed of gravel, sand or any such type of surface would require stronger cribbing under the mudsills.

In cases where shoring is required, it is recommended to contact an engineer for assistance.

Plywood

3/4" (1,9 cm)

Lumber

1 1/2" (3,8 cm)

Plywood

3/4” (1,9 cm)

Lumber

1 1/2" (3,8 cm)

Lumber

1 1/2" (3,8 cm)

1 2

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Setups with M2 Series motorized units and bridges can be freestanding or tied, depending on the equipment and accessories required and used in the conﬁ guration. A standard conﬁ guration is an installation that does not require the use of additional equipment, such as a forward extension bridge, a swivel bridge or a planking conﬁ guration wider than four planks, or the use of accessories such as weather protection, a hoist or a monorail.

It is important to note that non standard conﬁ gurations are not allowed for freestanding M2 Series installations. It is mandatory to refer to the Mast Tie Schedule table on p. 70 of the Masts and Mast Ties section before the installation of any M2 Series conﬁ guration, whether freestanding or tied.

The installation of an M2 Series setup with mast ties (standard or non standard conﬁ guration) can be achieved using a progressive installation method or through complete pre-installation of tie levels. The conﬁ guration required by the layout plan and the schedule of installation of tie levels will determine which method of installation is more appropriate.

It is also important to consider that for tied installations, the combined use of equipment and accessories required to achieve an non standard conﬁ guration may not be allowed on a same installation. Refer to the Combination of Standard and Non Standard Conﬁ gurations table in ﬁ g. 1.24 for more information on the combinations allowed.

Combination of Standard and Non Standard Conﬁ gurations

Conﬁ gurations

Standard – Cantilever

Standard – Bearing bridge

5 to 8 planks

Forward extension (

MPI)

Swivel bridge

Hoist and support structure

Weather protection

Monorail Standard – Cantilever Standard – Bearing bridge

5 to 8 planks Forward extension (

MPI)

Swivel bridge Hoist and support structure Weather protection Monorail

WARNING

It is important to note that non standard conﬁ gurations are not allowed for a

freestanding installation.

Deﬁ nition of a standard conﬁ guration

A standard conﬁ guration, referred to throughout this owner’s manual and related documentation,

is an installation that does not require the use of additional equipment, such as a forward extension

bridge, a swivel bridge or a planking conﬁ guration wider than four planks nor the use of accessories

such as weather protection, a hoist or a monorail.

It is mandatory to refer to the Load Capacities section on p. 80 for the number of bridges allowed

in a standard single unit or multiple units installation.

Setup and conﬁ gurations

General Guidelines

EquipmentAccessories

WARNING

Failure to select and follow the mast tie installation schedule appropriate for the conﬁ guration

could adversely affect worker safety, leading to serious injury or death and equipment damage.

It is mandatory to refer to the Mast Tie Schedule table on p. 70 of the Masts and Mast Ties

section before the installation of any M2 Series conﬁ guration. It is also mandatory to refer

to the Load Capacities section on p. 80 for more information about the loads allowed in a

conﬁ guration. It is also recommended to review and follow the instructions included in this manual

for the installation and use of each accessory and equipment to be installed.

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1- Installation should be carried out by qualified erectors/dismantlers under the supervision of a competent person, in accordance with all applicable local regulations.

2- In reference to the plan/layout drawing, make sure that all the components required are available. Establish the position of the motorized unit, determine if there are obstacles and what are the cribbing and mast tie requirements.

3- Before installing the motorized unit, determine where the cribbing and the mudsills will rest. The bearing surface under the motorized unit should be level, clear of debris and have the proper bearing capacity (see the Minimum Bearing Surface Capacities table, ﬁ g. 1.18, p. 15). Should the actual bearing capacity be inferior to the values in the table, please seek instructions and recommendations from Hydro Mobile.

4- On freestanding installations, the base outriggers on the back of the unit must be extended completely to a total of 24" (61 cm) and locked in place with a lock pin (second hole).

The base outriggers on the front of the unit must be extended and locked in place to the appropriate distance according to the number of planks required and allowed for the installation, as shown in ﬁ g. 1.25, p. 19.

With the front base outriggers completely extended, the maximum width of planking allowed in front of the unit on a freestanding installation is a three-plank wide conﬁ guration.

5- On tied installations, the base outriggers must be closed completely . The maximum width of planking allowed in front of the unit is an eight-plank wide conﬁ guration and

requires the use of optional outriggers and accessories. Refer to p. 95 of the Accessories section for more information about outriggers and planking conﬁ gurations. For more information about planking and mast ties, refer to the Mast Tie Schedule table on p. 70 of the Masts and Mast Ties section.

6- Distance from the ﬁ nished wall (see “A” in ﬁ g. 1.15, p. 13 and ﬁ g. 1.16, p. 14) should be the number of planks multiplied by the width of one plank, while allowing 6" to 8" (15 cm to 20 cm) of play. Add an additional 2" (5 cm) if using a toe board. Refer to applicable local regulations to determine play or the maximum allowable distance between the motorized unit, including its accessories, and the face of the work.

7- Mark the position of mudsills while taking center-to-center distances into account. Base level differences can be compensated by adjusting the height of the base jacks or by building wood cribbing. Major differences in the level of the bearing surface or obstacles can be bypassed using mast base plates. Refer to p. 115 of the Accessories section for instructions on the installation and use of mast base plates.

8- Make sure that all loads have been removed from the platform and that all workers have stepped down before lifting and transporting the motorized unit. Refer to p. 37 for more information on the lifting and moving of a motorized unit. Unload the motorized unit with a rough terrain forklift or a crane. When moving the motorized unit with a forklift, the unit must be lifted by the designated areas on the platform (see ﬁ g. 1.6, p. 9).

9- Using a rough terrain forklift, a crane or an optional wheel set, position and align the motorized unit with the face of the work or the structure. Before lowering the unit on the bearing surface, lower the base jacks by 4" to 5" (11 cm to 13 cm). Refer to p. 102 of the Accessories section for more information about lifting and moving a motorized unit or a setup with a wheel set.

10- Install a mast section on each of the bottom mast sections. Refer to p. 69 of the Masts and Mast Ties section for instructions on how to install mast sections. V erify that each

mast is plumb on both its front and side axis. If required, level the motorized unit using the adjustable jacks on the base. If mast sections remain out of plumb after adjusting the base jacks, contact the Hydro Mobile technical support team.

11- Remove the mast locking bar from both bottom mast sections. Store the mast locking bars in their storage location. For instructions on the removal and storage of mast locking bars, refer to p. 62 of the Power Pack and Operating Components section.

12- Remove the transport hook from each cylinder. Retrieve and install the cylinder and secondary hooks on each mast. Store the transport hooks in their storage location. For instructions on the installation and use of hooks, refer to p. 62 of the Power Pack and Operating Components section.

Setup and Conﬁ gurations

General Guidelines

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ﬁ g. 1.25

ﬁ g. 1.26

X

A

C

A

C

B

1 - MOTORIZED UNIT

Setup and conﬁ gurations

General Guidelines

13- The platform can safely be accessed by the front of the mast when it is less than

10' (3 m) above base level. Once the platform has been raised over 10' (3 m) above base level, use the access ladder on the walkway to reach the platform. Make sure that the access ladder is completely extended. T o avoid any crushing hazard, the access walkway must not be used if the access ladder is not entirely extended (as shown in ﬁ g. 1.26).

14- It is also suggested to install an optional retractable rest platform when the platform has been raised at more than 30' (9 m) above base level or beyond the maximum allowable height prescribed by local regulations for mast climbing without a rest platform. Refer to p. 94 of the Accessories section for instructions on the installation and use of a retractable rest platform.

15- Proceed to the following instruction steps for the installation of the setup, as the conﬁ guration requires.

Installation of a single unit conﬁ guration – freestanding

The following installation steps can be used for standard conﬁ gurations only. Non standard conﬁ gurations are not allowed for freestanding installations. For more information about the deﬁ nition of a standard conﬁ guration, refer to p. 17 of this section.

1- Prepare the motorized unit and the area where it will be installed as described in the general guidelines on p. 18 (steps 1 through 15). Make sure that the base outriggers on the back of the motorized unit are completely extended and the base outriggers on the front of the unit are extended to the appropriate distance, as described in step 4 of the general guidelines and in ﬁ g. 1.25. Make sure all base outriggers are properly locked in place.

Positioning the motorized unit

Installation of bridges 2- With the motorized unit at base level, install as many bridges as is required and

allowed. For instructions on how to install a bridge, refer to p. 43 of the Bridges section. Refer to the Load Capacities section on p. 80 for the maximum number of bridges allowed in a setup.

To wall

Rear Front

Type of installation

Length of base outriggers

With mast ties 0" ( 0 cm) Freestanding 24" (61 cm)

Type of installation

Maximum number of planks

Length of base outriggers

With mast ties As allowed 0" ( 0 cm)

Freestanding

0 - 1 0” ( 0 cm)

2 11" (28 cm) 3 24" (61 cm)

C

A

C

A

B

Never used at the rear

A

Position for TIED installation

Positioning of base outriggers

To avoid any crushing hazard, the access walkway must not be used if the access ladder is not entirely extended

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Setup and Conﬁ gurations

Installation of a single unit conﬁ guration – freestanding

Installation of a multiple units conﬁ guration – freestanding

(requires the use of two bearing bridge adapters – sold separately)

The following installation steps can be used only for a standard conﬁ guration. Non standard conﬁ gurations are not allowed for freestanding installations. For more information about the deﬁ nition of a standard conﬁ guration, refer to p. 17 of this section.

1- Prepare the ﬁ rst motorized unit and the area where the setup will be installed as described in the general guidelines on p. 18 (steps 1 through 15). Make sure that the base outriggers on the back of the motorized unit are completely extended and the base outriggers on the front of the unit are extended to the appropriate distance, as described in step 4 of the general guidelines and in ﬁ g. 1.25, p. 19. Make sure all base outriggers are properly locked in place.

Positioning the ﬁ rst motorized unit

Veriﬁ cation of the setup 4- Make a ﬁ nal veriﬁ cation of the setup before starting to install mast sections. Make

sure all the guardrails are in place and secure (see p. 91 of the Accessories section for more information about guardrails). In all cases where workers are exposed to fall hazards greater than speciﬁ ed by local regulations, the installation of guardrails or face guardrail supports is mandatory.

5- Before authorizing workers to use the motorized unit, perform every step in the daily inspection checklist. If required, ﬁ ll out the handover sheet to complete the installation. Refer to p. 120 of the T ransport, Storage and Maintenance section for more information about the daily inspection checklist and to p. 124 for information about the handover sheet.

WARNING

A freestanding setup must not be raised over 35' (10,1 m) with a 24' (7,3 m)

motorized unit and 25' (7,6 m) with a 14' (4,3 m) motorized unit.

Positioning the second motorized unit 2- Determine the position of the second motorized unit while making sure that the ideal

distance is kept between the two motorized units. Refer to the installation instructions for a bearing bridge structure, on p. 46 of the Bridges section.

3- Adjust the outriggers and install planks, as required and allowed (see p. 95 of the Accessories section for more information).

Installation of outriggers and planking

Installation of mast sections 6- Using a crane or a rough terrain forklift, load mast sections on the unit. Mast

sections should be stored horizontally and distributed equally on the motorized unit to ensure good balance. Refer to the Load Capacities section on p. 80 for

more information about loading the platform.

7- Proceed with the installation of mast sections. Refer to p. 69 of the Masts and Mast Ties section for instructions on how to install mast sections.

8- Install as many mast sections as required to reach the desired height, equal or inferior to the maximum allowable height for a freestanding installation, making sure throughout the process that each mast remains plumb on both its front and side axis. It is important to install mast sections alternately – one on mast, then one on the other, to ensure good balance. Refer to p. 70 of the Masts and Mast Ties section for more details on the maximum allowable height for a freestanding installation.

9- It is important to make sure to verify the mast bolts on each mast when lowering the platform to make sure they are tightened to the proper torque and are in good condition, especially on brand-new mast sections, as the galvanized coating may have compressed. In all cases, mast bolts must be tightened to a torque of 120 lb-ft (163 N-m). Failure to tighten bolts properly may lead to serious injury or death.

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1 - MOTORIZED UNIT

Setup and conﬁ gurations

Installation of a multiple units conﬁ guration – freestanding

(requires the use of two bearing bridge adapters – sold separately)

Positioning the second motorized unit (cont’d) 3- Prepare the second motorized unit and the area where it will be installed as described

in the general guidelines on p. 18 (steps 1 through 15). Make sure that the base outriggers on the back of the motorized unit are completely extended and the base outriggers on the front of the unit are extended to the appropriate distance, as described in step 4 of the general guidelines and in ﬁ g. 1.25, p. 19. Make sure all base outriggers are properly locked in place.

Veriﬁ cation of the setup 6- Make a ﬁ nal veriﬁ cation of the setup before starting to install mast sections. Make

sure all the guardrails are in place and secure (see p. 91 of the Accessories section for more information about guardrails). In all cases where workers are exposed to fall hazards greater than speciﬁ ed by local regulations, the installation of guardrails or face guardrail supports is mandatory.

7- Before authorizing workers to use the motorized units, perform every step in the daily inspection checklist. If required, ﬁ ll out the handover sheet to complete the installation. Refer to p. 120 of the T ransport, Storage and Maintenance section for more information about the daily inspection checklist and to p. 124 for information about the handover sheet.

Installation of the bearing bridge structure and the cantilever bridges 4- Proceed with the installation of the bearing bridge structure and the cantilever bridges.

Refer to p. 46 of the Bridges section for more information on the installation of a bearing bridge. It is mandatory to install any additional cantilever bridge after the bearing bridge structure has been installed to avoid throwing the structure off balance.

5- Adjust the outriggers and install planks, as required and allowed (see p. 95 of the

Accessories section for more information).

Installation of outriggers and planking

WARNING

On freestanding installations, with the front base outriggers completely

extended, the maximum width of planking allowed in front of the unit is a

three-plank wide conﬁ guration.

Installation of mast sections 8- Using a crane or a rough terrain forklift, load mast sections on the units. Mast

sections should be stored horizontally and distributed equally on each motorized unit to ensure good balance. Refer to the Load Capacities section on p. 80 for

more information about loading the units.

9- Proceed with the installation of mast sections. Refer to p. 69 of the Masts and Mast Ties section for instructions on how to install mast sections.

10- Install as many mast sections as required on each motorized unit until the setup has reached the desired height, equal or inferior to the maximum allowable height for a freestanding installation, making sure throughout the process that each mast remains plumb on both its front and side axis. It is important to install mast sections alternately – on the ﬁ rst motorized unit, then on the second, to ensure good balance. Refer to p. 21 of the Masts and Mast Ties section for more details on the maximum allowable height for a freestanding installation.

11- It is important to make sure to verify the mast bolts on each mast when lowering the platform to make sure they are tightened to the proper torque and are in good condition, especially on brand-new mast sections, as the galvanized coating may have compressed. In all cases, mast bolts must be tightened to a torque of 120 lb-ft (163 N-m). Failure to tighten bolts properly may lead to serious injury or death.

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ﬁ g. 1.27

ﬁ g. 1.28

ﬁ g. 1.29

1 - MOTORIZED UNIT

Setup and Conﬁ gurations

STANDARD CONFIGURATION NON STANDARD CONFIGURATION

Method of installation of tie levels

Progressive Pre-installation Progressive Pre-installation Pre-installation

Tie levels every 20' (6,1 m) 30' (9,1 m) 10' (3 m) 20' (6,1 m) 20' (6,1 m) Standard

cantilever bridges

Installed and used

Installed but not used

Installed and used

Installed but not used

Not installed

Standard bearing bridges

Installed and used

Installed but not used

Installed and used

Installed but not used

5 to 8 planks

Installed and used

Not installed Not installed

Forward extension (

MPI)

Installed and used

Not installed

Swivel bridge

Installed and used

Not installed

Hoist

Installed and used

Installed but not used above last tie level

Weather protection

Installed and used

Installed but not used *

Monorail

Installed and used

Installed but not used *

* Installed but not used: accessory is installed but can only be used when tie levels have been completely installed to top of work. Weather protection tarps must be installed only when tie level installation is complete.

The installation of an M2 Series setup with mast ties (standard or non standard conﬁ guration) can be achieved using a progressive installation method or through complete pre- installation of tie levels. The conﬁ guration required by the layout plan and the schedule of installation of tie levels will determine which method of installation is more appropriate. Use the tables in ﬁ g. 1.27, ﬁ g. 1.28, ﬁ g. 1.29 and the Mast Tie Schedule table on p. 70 of the Masts and Mast Ties section to guide the selection of the proper method of installation.

PROGRESSIVE INSTALLATION OF

TIE LEVELS

Standard bridges installed and used

Standard bridges can be installed and used for workers and material

Equipment installed and used

5 to 8 plank conﬁ guration, forward extension bridge and swivel bridge can be installed and used for workers and material

Accessories installed and used

Hoist, monorail and weather protection can be installed and used

COMPLETE PRE-INSTALLATION OF TIE LEVELS TO THE TOP OF THE

WORK

Standard bridges installed but not used

Any required and allowed standard bridges (cantilever or bearing) can be installed but cannot be used for material or workers until tie levels are complete to the top of the work. For example, mast sections can be loaded on the

motorized unit only, not on bridges.

Standard cantilever bridges must not be installed; bearing bridge can be installed but not used

Any required and allowed standard cantilever bridge must not be installed until tie levels are complete to the top of the work.

Any required and allowed standard bearing bridge can be installed but not used until tie levels are complete to the top of the work.

Equipment can be installed but not used

Any required and allowed additional equipment – 5 to 8 plank conﬁ guration, forward extension bridge and swivel bridge – can be installed but cannot be used until tie levels are complete to the top of the work.

Accessories installed but not used

Any required and allowed accessory – monorail and weather protection (structure only) – can be installed but cannot be used until tie levels are complete to the top of the work.

Weather protection tarps must be installed only when tie level installation is complete.

Hoist installed but not used above last tie level

If required and allowed, the hoist can be installed and used to load mast sections only but cannot be used above the last tie level installed.

Installation of conﬁ gurations with mast ties

A B CA B

A B C

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1 - MOTORIZED UNIT

Setup and conﬁ gurations

Single unit conﬁ guration with mast ties – progressive installation

The following installation steps can be used for both standard and non-standard conﬁ gurations with mast ties. For more information about the deﬁ nition of a

standard conﬁ guration, refer to p. 17 of this section.

A

1- Prepare the motorized unit and the area where the setup will be installed as described in the general guidelines on p. 18 (steps 1 through 15). Make sure that all base outriggers are completely closed.

Positioning the motorized unit

Installation of bridges, accessories and additional equipment 2- With the motorized unit at base level, install as many bridges as is required and

allowed. For instructions on how to install a bridge, refer to p. 43 of the Bridges section. Refer to the Load Capacities section on p. 80 for the maximum number of bridges allowed in a setup.

3- Install accessories and additional equipment as is required and allowed. For information about the combined use of equipment and accessories allowed for a conﬁ guration, refer to the Combination of Standard and Non Standard Conﬁ gurations table in ﬁ g. 1.24, p. 17. For instructions on the installation and use of forward extension or swivel bridges, refer to the Bridges section on p. 43. For instructions on the installation and use of a 5 to 8 plank conﬁ guration, a hoist, a monorail or weather protection, refer to the Accessories section on p. 91.

Veriﬁ cation of the setup 5- Make a ﬁ nal veriﬁ cation of the setup before starting to install mast sections. Make

sure all the guardrails are in place and secure (see p. 91 of the Accessories section for more information about guardrails). In all cases where workers are exposed to fall hazards greater than speciﬁ ed by local regulations, the installation of guardrails or face guardrail supports is mandatory.

6- Before authorizing workers to use the motorized unit, perform every step in the daily inspection checklist. If required, ﬁ ll out the handover sheet to complete the installation. Refer to p. 120 of the T ransport, Storage and Maintenance section for more information about the daily inspection checklist and to p. 124 for information about the handover sheet.

4- Adjust the outriggers and install planks, as required and allowed (see p. 95 of the

Accessories section for more information).

Installation of outriggers and planking

Installation of mast sections and mast ties 7- Using a crane or a rough terrain forklift, load mast sections on the unit. Mast

sections should be stored horizontally and distributed equally on the motorized unit to ensure good balance. Refer to the Load Capacities section on p. 80 for

more information about loading the platform.

8- Install mast sections until a ﬁ rst tie level is required. Refer to p. 69 of the Mast and Mast Ties section for instructions on how to install mast sections. It is important to

install mast sections alternately – one on one mast, then one on the other, to ensure good balance. For more information about the schedule of installation of tie levels, refer to the Mast Tie Schedule table on p. 70 of the Masts and Mast Ties section. Refer to p. 70 of the Masts and Mast Ties section for instructions on how to install mast ties.

9- Install as many mast sections as the plan layout requires and as is allowed. A setup with mast ties should not be raised above 250' (76 m). Make sure throughout the process that each mast remains plumb on both its front and side axis and that tie levels are installed when required.

10- It is important to make sure to verify the mast bolts on each mast when lowering the platform to make sure they are tightened to the proper torque and are in good condition, especially on brand

-new mast sections, as the galvanized coating may have compressed. In all cases, mast bolts must be tightened to a torque of 120 lb-ft (163 N-m). Failure to tighten bolts properly may lead to serious injury or death.

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1 - MOTORIZED UNIT

Setup and conﬁ gurations

Multiple units conﬁ guration with mast ties – progressive installation

(requires the use of two bearing bridge adapters – sold separately)

Positioning the ﬁ rst motorized unit 1- Prepare the ﬁ rst motorized unit and the area where the setup will be installed as

described in the general guidelines on p. 18 (steps 1 through 15). Make sure that all base outriggers are completely closed.

Positioning the second motorized unit 2- Determine the position of the second motorized unit while making sure that the ideal

distance is kept between the two motorized units. Refer to the installation instructions for a bearing bridge structure, on p. 46 of the Bridges section.

3- Prepare the second motorized unit and the area where it will be installed as described in the general guidelines on p. 18 (steps 1 through 15).

Installation of the bearing bridge structure and the cantilever bridges 4- Proceed with the installation of the bearing bridge structure and the cantilever bridges.

Refer to p. 46 of the Bridges section for more information on the installation of a bearing bridge. It is mandatory to install any additional cantilever bridge after the bearing bridge structure has been installed to avoid throwing the structure off balance.

Installation of accessories and additional equipment 5- Install accessories and additional equipment as is required and allowed. For information

about the combined use of equipment and accessories allowed for a conﬁ guration, refer to the Combination of Standard and Non Standard Conﬁ gurations table in ﬁ g. 1.24, p. 17. For instructions on the installation and use of forward extension or swivel bridges, refer to the Bridges section on p. 43. For instructions on the installation and use of a 5 to 8 plank conﬁ guration, a hoist, a monorail or weather protection, refer to the Accessories section on p. 91.

The following installation steps can be used for both standard and non-standard conﬁ gurations with mast ties. For more information about the deﬁ nition of a standard conﬁ guration, refer to p. 17 of this section.

A

Veriﬁ cation of the setup 7- Make a ﬁ nal veriﬁ cation of the setup before starting to install mast sections. Make

sure all the guardrails are in place and secure (see p. 91 of the Accessories section for more information about guardrails). In all cases where workers are exposed to fall hazards greater than speciﬁ ed by local regulations, the installation of guardrails or face guardrail supports is mandatory.

8- Before authorizing workers to use the motorized units, perform every step in the daily inspection checklist. If required, ﬁ ll out the handover sheet to complete the installation. Refer to p. 120 of the T ransport, Storage and Maintenance section for more information about the daily inspection checklist and to p. 124 for information about the handover sheet.

9- Using a crane or a rough terrain forklift, load mast sections on the units. Mast sections should be stored horizontally and distributed equally on each motorized unit to ensure good balance. Refer to the Load Capacities section on p. 80 for

more information about loading the units.

Installation of mast sections and tie levels

6- Adjust the outriggers and install planks, as required and allowed (see p. 95 of the

Accessories section for more information).

Installation of outriggers and planking

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1 - MOTORIZED UNIT

Setup and conﬁ gurations

Multiple units conﬁ guration with mast ties – progressive installation

(requires the use of two bearing bridge adapters – sold separately)

1- Prepare the motorized unit and the area where the setup will be installed as described

in the general guidelines on p. 18 (steps 1 through 15). Make sure that all base outriggers are completely closed.

Positioning the motorized unit

Installation of bridges and accessories 2- With the motorized unit at base level, install as many bridges as is required and

allowed. For instructions on how to install a bridge, refer to p. 43 of the Bridges section. Refer to the Load Capacities section on p. 80 for the maximum number of bridges allowed in a setup. It is important to note that loads cannot be applied on bridges

during pre-installation. 3- If required and allowed, install the hoist. It is important to note that during

pre-installation, the hoist can be used only to handle mast sections and cannot be used above the last tie level installed. For information on the installation and use of the hoist, refer to p. 103 of the Accessories section.

Single unit conﬁ guration with mast ties – pre-installation

The following installation steps can be used for a standard conﬁ guration. The following steps also apply to a non-standard conﬁ guration equipped with accessories but not requiring additional equipment. Refer to ﬁ g. 1.27, ﬁ g. 1.28 and ﬁ g. 1.29 on p. 22, for details about the restrictions and allowances for a conﬁ guration. Refer also to p. 17 of this section for more information about standard and non standard conﬁ gurations.

B

WARNING

During pre-installation, only mast sections can be loaded on the motorized

unit. It is important to note that no loads are allowed on the bridges until the

pre-installation process is complete.

A

Installation of mast sections and tie levels (cont'd) 10- Install mast sections until a ﬁ rst tie level is required. Refer to p. 69 of the Mast and

Mast Ties section for instructions on how to install mast sections. It is important to install mast sections alternately – on the ﬁ rst motorized unit, then on the second, to ensure good balance. For more information about the schedule of installation of tie levels, refer to the Mast Tie Schedule table on p. 70 of the Masts and Mast Ties

section. Refer to p. 70 of the Masts and Mast Ties section for instructions on how

to install mast ties. 11- Install as many mast sections as the plan layout requires and as is allowed. A setup

with mast ties should not be raised above 250' (76 m). Make sure throughout the process that each mast remains plumb on both its front and side axis and that tie levels are installed when required.

12- It is important to make sure to verify the mast bolts on each mast when lowering the platform to make sure they are tightened to the proper torque and are in good condition, especially on brand-new mast sections, as the galvanized coating may have compressed. In all cases, mast bolts must be tightened to a torque of 120 lb-ft (163 N-m). Failure to tighten bolts properly may lead to serious injury or death.

To access the work platform by climbing up the mast once the setup has been

raised over 10' (3 m) above base level, it is recommended to use the access

ladder on the walkway. It is also suggested to install a retractable rest platform

when the setup is at a height over 30' (9 m) above base level or beyond the

maximum allowable height prescribed by local regulations for mast climbing

without a rest platform.

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1 - MOTORIZED UNIT

Setup and conﬁ gurations

Single unit conﬁ guration with mast ties – pre-installation

4- Install all other accessories as is required and allowed. It is important to note that

any accessory installed, with exception of the hoist, cannot be used until all required tie levels have been completely installed to the top of the work. If weather protection is required, only the structure can be installed. Tarps and shields can only be installed once all required tie levels are in place.

For information about the combined use of accessories allowed for a conﬁ guration, refer to the Combination of Standard and Non Standard Conﬁ gurations table in ﬁ g. 1.24, p. 17. For instructions on the installation and use of a monorail or weather protection, refer to the Accessories section on p. 91.

Installation of bridges and accessories (cont'd)

B

WARNING

During pre-installation, the hoist can only be used to load mast sections.

It is important to note that the hoist cannot be used above the last tie level

installed.

Veriﬁ cation of the setup 6- Make a ﬁ nal veriﬁ cation of the setup before starting to install mast sections. Make

sure all the guardrails are in place and secure (see p. 91 of the Accessories section for more information about guardrails). In all cases where workers are exposed to fall hazards greater than speciﬁ ed by local regulations, the installation of guardrails or face guardrail supports is mandatory.

Installation of mast sections and mast ties 7- Using a crane or a rough terrain forklift, load mast sections on the unit. Mast

sections should be stored horizontally and distributed equally on the motorized unit to ensure good balance. Refer to the Load Capacities section on p. 80 for

more information about loading the platform.

8- Install mast sections until a ﬁ rst tie level is required. Refer to p. 69 of the Mast and Mast Ties section for instructions on how to install mast sections. It is important to

install mast sections alternately – one on one mast, then one on the other, to ensure good balance. For more information about the schedule of installation of tie levels, refer to the Mast Tie Schedule table on p. 70 of the Masts and Mast Ties section. Refer to p. 70 of the Masts and Mast Ties section for instructions on how to install mast ties.

9- Install as many mast sections and tie levels as the plan layout requires and as is allowed. A setup with mast ties should not be raised above 250' (76 m). Make sure throughout the process that each mast remains plumb on both its front and side axis and that tie levels are installed when required.

10- It is important to make sure to verify the mast bolts on each mast when lowering the platform to make sure they are tightened to the proper torque and are in good condition, especially on brand-new mast sections, as the galvanized coating may have compressed. In all cases, mast bolts must be tightened to a torque of 120 lb-ft (163 N-m). Failure to tighten bolts properly may lead to serious injury or death.

5- Adjust the outriggers and install planks, as required and allowed (see p. 95 of the

Accessories section for more information).

Installation of outriggers and planking

Preparing for operation 11- Once all tie levels are in place, all accessories can be used and weather protection

tarps and shields, if required, can be installed. 12- Before authorizing workers to use the motorized unit, perform every step in the daily

inspection checklist. If required, ﬁ ll out the handover sheet to complete the installation. Refer to p. 120 of the T ransport, Storage and Maintenance section for more information about the daily inspection checklist and to p. 124 for information about the handover sheet.

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1 - MOTORIZED UNIT

Setup and conﬁ gurations

Multiple units conﬁ guration with mast ties – pre-installation

The following installation steps can be used for a standard conﬁ guration. The following steps also apply to a non-standard conﬁ guration equipped with accessories but not requiring additional equipment. Refer to ﬁ g. 1.27, ﬁ g. 1.28 and ﬁ g. 1.29 on p. 22, for details about the restrictions and allowances for a conﬁ guration. Refer also to p. 17 of this section for more information about standard and non standard conﬁ gurations.

Positioning the ﬁ rst motorized unit 1- Prepare the ﬁ rst motorized unit and the area where the setup will be installed as

described in the general guidelines on p. 18 (steps 1 through 15). Make sure that all base outriggers are completely closed.

Positioning the second motorized unit 2- Determine the position of the second motorized unit while making sure that the ideal

distance is kept between the two motorized units. Refer to the installation instructions for a bearing bridge structure, on p. 46 of the Bridges section.

3- Prepare the second motorized unit and the area where it will be installed as described in the general guidelines on p. 18 (steps 1 through 15). Make sure that all base outriggers are completely closed.

Installation of the bearing bridge structure and the cantilever bridges 4- Proceed with the installation of the bearing bridge structure and cantilever bridges.

Refer to p. 46 of the Bridges section for more information on the installation of a bearing bridge. It is mandatory to install any additional cantilever bridge after the bearing bridge structure has been installed to avoid throwing the structure off balance.

It is important to note that loads cannot be applied on bridges during pre-installation.

Installation of accessories 5- If required and allowed, install the hoist(s). It is important to note that during

pre-installation, any hoist installed can be used only to handle mast sections and cannot be used above the last tie level installed. For information on the installation and use of the hoist, refer to p. 103 of the Accessories section.

6- Install all other accessories as is required and allowed. It is important to note that any accessory installed, with exception of the hoist, cannot be used until all required tie levels have been completely installed to the top of the work. If weather protection is required, only the structure can be installed. Tarps and shields can only be installed once all required tie levels are in place. For instructions on the installation and use of a monorail or weather protection, refer to the Accessories section on p. 91.

For information about the combined use of accessories allowed for a conﬁ guration, refer to the Combination of Standard and Non Standard Conﬁ gurations table in fig. 1.24, p. 17. For instructions on the installation and use of a monorail or weather protection, refer to the Accessories section on p. 91.

7- Adjust the outriggers and install planks, as required and allowed (see p. 95 of the

Accessories section for more information).

Installation of outriggers and planking

Veriﬁ cation of the setup 8- Make a ﬁ nal veriﬁ cation of the setup before starting to install mast sections. Make

sure all the guardrails are in place and secure (see p. 91 of the Accessories section for more information about guardrails). In all cases where workers are exposed to fall hazards greater than speciﬁ ed by local regulations, the installation of guardrails or face guardrail supports is mandatory.

(requires the use of two bearing bridge adapters – sold separately)

B

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B

Setup and conﬁ gurations

Multiple units conﬁ guration with mast ties – pre-installation

Installation of mast sections and mast ties 9- Using a crane or a rough terrain forklift, load mast sections on the units. Mast

sections should be stored horizontally and distributed equally on each motorized unit to ensure good balance. Refer to the Load Capacities section on p. 80 for

more information about loading the units.

10- Install mast sections until a ﬁ rst tie level is required. Refer to p. 69 of the Mast and Mast Ties section for instructions on how to install mast sections. It is important to

install mast sections alternately – on the ﬁ rst motorized unit, then on the second, to ensure good balance. For more information about the schedule of installation of tie levels, refer to the Mast Tie Schedule table on p. 70 of the Masts and Mast Ties

section. Refer to p. 70 of the Masts and Mast Ties section for instructions on how

to install mast ties. 11- Install as many mast sections as the plan layout requires and as is allowed. A setup

with mast ties should not be raised above 250' (76 m). Make sure throughout the process that each mast remains plumb on both its front and side axis and that tie levels are installed when required.

12- It is important to make sure to verify the mast bolts on each mast when lowering the platform to make sure they are tightened to the proper torque and are in good condition, especially on brand-new mast sections, as the galvanized coating may have compressed. In all cases, mast bolts must be tightened to a torque of 120 lb-ft (163 N-m). Failure to tighten bolts properly may lead to serious injury or death.

Preparing for operation 13- Once all tie levels are in place, all accessories can be used and weather protection

tarps and shields, if required, can be installed. 14- Before authorizing workers to use the motorized unit, perform every step in the daily

inspection checklist. If required, ﬁ ll out the handover sheet to complete the installation. Refer to p. 120 of the T ransport, Storage and Maintenance section for more information about the daily inspection checklist and to p. 124 for information about the handover sheet.

WARNING

During pre-installation, when weather protection is required and allowed, only

the structure can be installed. Tarps and shields must only be installed once all

tie levels are in place up to the top of the work.

Single unit conﬁ guration with mast ties – pre-installation

The following installation steps can be used for a non-standard conﬁ guration requiring additional equipment but no accessories other than a hoist. Refer

to ﬁ g. 1.27, ﬁ g. 1.28 and ﬁ g. 1.29 on p. 22, for details about the restrictions and allowances for a conﬁ guration. Refer also to p. 17 of this section for more information about standard and non standard conﬁ gurations.

C

1- Prepare the motorized unit and the area where the setup will be installed as described in the general guidelines on p. 18 (steps 1 through 15). Make sure that all base outriggers are completely closed.

Positioning the motorized unit

It is important to note that cantilever bridges must not be installed until all tie levels are in place.

(requires the use of two bearing bridge adapters – sold separately)

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Installation of the hoist 2- If required and allowed, install a hoist. It is important to note that during pre-installation,

the hoist can be used only to handle mast sections and cannot be used above the last tie level installed. For information on the installation and use of the hoist, refer to p. 103 of the Accessories section.

Setup and conﬁ gurations

Single unit conﬁ guration with mast ties – pre-installation

C

Veriﬁ cation of the setup 3- Make a ﬁ nal veriﬁ cation of the setup before starting to install mast sections. Make

sure all the guardrails are in place and secure (see p. 91 of the Accessories section for more information about guardrails). In all cases where workers are exposed to fall hazards greater than speciﬁ ed by local regulations, the installation of guardrails or face guardrail supports is mandatory.

Installation of mast sections and mast ties 4- Using a crane or a rough terrain forklift, load mast sections on the unit. Mast

sections should be stored horizontally and distributed equally on the motorized unit to ensure good balance. Refer to the Load Capacities section on p. 80 for

more information about loading the platform.

5- Install mast sections until a ﬁ rst tie level is required. Refer to p. 69 of the Mast and Mast Ties section for instructions on how to install mast sections. It is important to

install mast sections alternately – one on one mast, then one on the other, to ensure good balance. For more information about the schedule of installation of tie levels, refer to the Mast Tie Schedule table on p. 70 of the Masts and Mast Ties section. Refer to p. 70 of the Masts and Mast Ties section for instructions on how to install mast ties.

6- Install as many mast sections as the plan layout requires and as is allowed. A setup with mast ties should not be raised above 250' (76 m). Make sure throughout the process that each mast remains plumb on both its front and side axis and that tie levels are installed when required.

7- It is important to make sure to verify the mast bolts on each mast when lowering the platform to make sure they are tightened to the proper torque and are in good condition, especially on brand-new mast sections, as the galvanized coating may have compressed. In all cases, mast bolts must be tightened to a torque of 120 lb-ft (163 N-m). Failure to tighten bolts properly may lead to serious injury or death.

Installation of bridges and additional equipment 8- With the motorized unit at base level, install as many bridges as is required and

allowed. For instructions on how to install a bridge, refer to p. 43 of the Bridges section. Refer to the Load Capacities section on p. 80 for the maximum number of bridges allowed in a setup. It is important to note that loads cannot be applied on bridges

during pre-installation. 9- Install additional equipment as is required and allowed. For information about the

combined use of equipment and accessories allowed for a conﬁ guration, refer to the Combination of Standard and Non Standard Conﬁ gurations table in ﬁ g. 1.24, p. 17. For instructions on the installation and use of forward extension or swivel bridges, refer to the Bridges section on p. 43.

Installation of outriggers and planking 10- Adjust the outriggers and install planks, as required and allowed (see p. 95 of the

Accessories section for more information).

Preparing for operation 11- Once all tie levels are in place, the hoist can be used as required.

12- Before authorizing workers to use the motorized unit, perform every step in the daily

inspection checklist. If required, ﬁ ll out the handover sheet to complete the installation. Refer to p. 120 of the T ransport, Storage and Maintenance section for more information about the daily inspection checklist and to p. 124 for information about the handover sheet.

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