AFFIX MADW-AGR Series Manuel utilisateur
Assembly Manual
Double Width MADW-AGR Series
EN1004-1 Class 3
No: CE/21-22/044
Aluminium Double Width Mobile Towers
MADW 520 - AGR
EN1004-1 37/11 XXXD
This AFFIX Tower is a mobile access tower manufactured in our ISO 9001
accredited facility.
This AFFIX Tower is a mobile access tower manufactured in our ISO 9001
accredited facility.
This user guide provides you with step by step instructions to ensure your
system is assembled easily and safely, using the AGR (Advanced Guard Rail)
method.
This user guide provides you with step by step instructions to ensure your
system is assembled easily and safely, using the AGR (Advanced Guard Rail)
method.
01EN1004-1 Certified
WARNING
NEVER FORGET TO LOCK THE
CASTOR WHEELS
DESCRIPTION:
The Advanced Guard Rail method:
The Advanced Guardrail (AGR) method is one of the two permitted ways of assembling a tower
while safeguarding the Scaffolder from the risk of falling.
An AGR tower uses prefabricated frames to provide structural rigidity and stability to the tower
instead of using the horizontal and diagonal braces used for the same purpose in the traditional
3T assembly method.
As each new level is added onto a tower, the scaffolder first installs the AGR frames and tower
frames from a safely guarded platform below. Once the AGR frames are in place, platforms for
the next level are installed such that the two uppermost horizontal rungs on the AGR frames
form the midrail and guardrail above the platform level. This process repeats until the tower
reaches the required height.
Compliances:
The Affix MADW Mobile Tower has been tested and certified to EN1004-1:2020 by TUV, India.
The Affix MADW Series Mobile Tower are versatile and user-friendly aerial solution for all
access needs. It gives a work platform for use by a maximum of two people, with weight evenly
distributed across the platform. The tower can be easily erected and with highly customizable
assembly it meets almost all the site constraints and provides safe and efficient working
platform. The key safety feature is the smart locking claws provided for the horizontal and
diagonal bracings. It allows an instant lock-up performed by single hand use, however, with the
reverse unlocking plug, two hands are needed to unplug the bracing.
The information and instructions included in this manual are provided to help get the best
possible service from your MADW Series Mobile Tower. This user guide provides you with step
by step instructions to ensure your system is assembled easily and safely, using the AGR
(Advanced Guard Rail method.
02
Maximum Safe Working Loads
The safe working load of the tower is 750 kgs including its own weight. The
maximum safe working load of any individual platform is 250 kgs evenly
distributed. If the tower is to be used in an application outside the scope of
EN1004, contact your supplier or the manufacturer, Affix Scaffolding WLL,
for advice on loadings.
RECOMMENDATIONS :
Recommend a minimum of two people to assemble, dismantle and move the platform tower.
Check that all components are on site and in good working order.
Towers must always be climbed from the inside of the assembly using the ladder.
Lifting of components must be done inside the effective base area of the tower.
Moving the tower must only be done by manual effect from the base of the tower.
When moving tower be aware of overhead hazards (e.g. electric cables).
No personnel or material to be on the platform whilst the tower is being moved.
Damaged components or components from other tower systems must never be used.
Stabilizers should always be fitted when specified. Use the stabilizer shown on the component
list according to the tower height.
Outdoor scaffold towers should, wherever possible, be secured to a building or fixed structure.
It is good practice to tie scaffold towers of any height, especially when unattended, or exposed to
windy conditions.
Do Not use boxes or steps to gain additional height.
Do Not lift or suspend an assembled mobile tower.
Beware of horizontal loads which can lead to instability of the tower. The Max. side force is 20kg.
Ensure that the assembly location is checked to prevent hazards during assembly or moving
and while working on the tower. Particular attention should be given to the ground condition,
whether level or sloping, obstructions and wind conditions. The ground condition must be
capable of supporting the tower structure.
03USAGE ADVICE
Safety Checklist :Safety Checklist :
Air speed and resultant action to be taken
Mobile towers - AGR Method Checklist
Beufort Scale
01 mph
12 mph
17 mph
25 mph
40 mph
Calm, smoke rises easily upwards No action needed
Cease work
No action needed, keep a watch
If expected, dismantle the tower
If expected, tie tower to a rigid
structure
Moderate breeze, raises dust
Gale force, cannot even walk
Raises loose papers, leaves and small
twigs move
Strong breeze, tree branches bend, unable
to use umbrella
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4
5
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Description Air Speed Action to be taken
Ensure all brace claws operate and lock correctly prior to erection
Inspect components prior to use
Tower upright and level
Castors locked and legs correctly adjusted
Diagonal braces fitted
Stabilizers/outriggers fitted as specified
Platforms located and wind-locks on
Toe boards located
Check that the guardrails are fitted correctly
04USAGE ADVICE
WARNING
NEVER STAND ON AN
UNGUARDED PLATFORM
Safe working load on the working platform is 250kgs evenly distributed.
ASSEMBLY PROCESS :
PREPARATIONPREPARATION
Locate the tower, ensuring ground is level.
Check the locking triggers in the bracing hooks such that they are working properly.
Lock the castor by moving the brake lever fully down.
Sort the braces into horizontal and diagonal braces, the diagonals are slightly longer.
Also note that the braces are differently color coded.
The load on the tower should not exceed 750kgs.
The maximum recommended tower height is 7M for outdoors and 11M
for indoors.
SAFE WORKING LOADS AND
HEIGHTS
05
FIRST LEVEL
Step 1
DO NOT USE Hammer.DO NOT USE Hammer.
Insert the Castor Wheels with the jack
pipe inside the bottom of the tubes of
the 1st level 2 Rung Ladder Frame and
2 Rung Span Frame.
Step 2.1Step 2.1
Hook both the bottom 2 Horizontal Braces
horizontally to the Span frame and the
Ladder Frame's vertical pipes, just above
the 1st rung.
Step 2.2Step 2.2
Lock all the four wheels by pressing the
lock gear with foot.
One person should hold the frame in
upright position during this step.
Step 2.3Step 2.3
Step 2
06ASSEMBLY
SECOND LEVEL
Insert both the 2nd level 4 Rung Span
Frame and the 4 Rung Ladder Frame on
the respective sides into the corresponding
spigots.
For clamping instructions refer to
the Clamping Instructions section on
Page 12.
Step 3.1Step 3.1
Step 3.2Step 3.2
Step 4.1Step 4.1
Hook the Diagonal Brace to the 1st Rung
of the 1st level Span frame at one end and
the other end should be hooked to the 1st
Rung of the 2nd level Ladder frame.
Step 4.2Step 4.2
Hook the 2nd Diagonal Brace to the 1st
Rung of the 2nd level Ladder frame at one
end and the other end should be hooked
to the 1st Rung of the 1st level Span frame.
Step 4
Step 3
One person should hold the frame in upright
position during this step.
Step 4.3Step 4.3
Level the structure using a Spirit Level on
the Rungs and the braces. Adjust using
the adjustable jack.
07ASSEMBLY
Step 5.1Step 5.1
Hook the top rung of the AGR frame to
the top rung of the 2nd level frames and
the bottom rung of the AGR frame should
be hooked to the 1st rung of the 2nd level
frames.
Step 5.2
Repeat Step 5.1 for the opposite side but
slide it towards the frame ladders to
provide cover to the platform.
Step 6
Step 5
Clamp the 4 Stabilizers on all 4 corners
as per the Components Table on Page
no. 17. For detailed instructions on
installation refer to Page no.15.
08ASSEMBLY
Step 7
Step 8.1Step 8.1
Step 8
Hook the Intermediate Trapdoor platform
on the 2nd Rung of the 2nd level frames.
Make sure the trapdoor is towards the
ladder side.
09ASSEMBLY
Step 7.1Step 7.1
Insert both the 3rd level 4 Rung Span
Frame and the 4 Rung Ladder Frame on
the respective sides into the corresponding
spigots.
For clamping instructions refer to
the Clamping Instructions section on
Page 12.
THIRD LEVEL
Ce manuel convient aux modèles suivants
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