KRAUSE XS ECO Mobile Scaffold Tower ProTec Instruction Manual

KRAUSE XS ECO Mobile Scaffold Tower ProTec

Specifications

• Maximum load capacity: 5

Product Information

• Intended use:
• Improper use:

Product Usage Instructions

Disassembling the mobile scaffold tower
To disassemble the mobile scaffold tower, follow these steps:

Inspection, care, and maintenance
To ensure the proper functioning and longevity of the mobile scaffold tower, regular inspection, care, and maintenance is important. Follow these guidelines:

Model Overview
The mobile scaffold tower has the following features:

Parts lists
The mobile scaffold tower consists of the following parts:

Working steps (table)
Refer to the table below for the step-by-step working process:

Ballasting details
To ensure stability, refer to the ballasting details provided:

Accessories
Additional accessories for the mobile scaffold tower are available:

General safety information
Follow these general safety guidelines to ensure safe usage of the mobile scaffold tower:

FAQ

• Q: Are the accessories included in the scope of supply?
  A: No, the accessories shown are not included in the scope of supply.

• Q: Can I use non-genuine replacement parts?
  A: No, it is recommended to only use genuine KRAUSE replacement parts.

Subject to technical modifications, printing errors, and mistakes; in cases of doubt, the original German text should be consulted. The specified dimensions and weights have been determined based on the technical drawings; the actual dimensions and weights may deviate due to tolerances and rounding. None of the accessories, EXTRAS or work equipment shown are included in the scope of supply. No liability shall be accepted for improper use. Only use genuine KRAUSE replacement parts.

General

This manual contains information on how to assemble, disassemble, and use the ProTec® XS ECO mobile scaffold tower. Please read this manual and the safety instructions carefully. This mobile scaffold tower must only be assembled, modified, and disassembled by qualified personnel.
We reserve the right to make technical changes to the mobile scaffold tower described in this document. We do not accept any liability for any printing errors in these Assembly Instructions and User Manual.

Owner’s responsibilities
The owner of this mobile scaffold tower is responsible for ensuring:

• That these Assembly Instructions and User Manual are available to personnel at the site of use.
• That this mobile scaffold tower will only be used as set out in these Assembly. Instructions and User Manual and without making any modifications to the tower.
• That this mobile scaffold tower is suitable for the work at hand.
• Operating personnel are familiar with the contents, safety instructions, and hazard information set out in this manual and comply with and follow the instructions given.
• Compliance with national, regional, and local regulations concerning the use of the mobile scaffold tower.
• That personnel do not just receive practical training in the use of this tower but have also read and understood these Assembly Instructions and User Manual.
• The provision of any practical training in the use of this tower may be mandatory in some countries.
• This mobile scaffold tower is only used as intended.

Manufacturer
The mobile scaffold tower described in this manual has been manufactured by:

KRAUSE-Werk GmbH & Co. KG Am Kreuzweg 3
D 36304 Alsfeld
Telefon: +49 (0) 6631 795-0 Telefax: +49 (0) 6631 795-139 www.krause- systems.com

Applicable standards, type approval
The ProTec® XS ECO series mobile scaffold tower is certified to DIN EN 1004-1. The mobile scaffold tower’s stability and the components’ design have been verified as conforming to the above requirements using structural calculations. The tower has been safety-tested and certified by TÜV-Süd PRODUCT SERVICE (Type Approval).

Warranty
The exact wording of the warranty is laid out in the supplier’s Terms and Conditions. The manufacturer provides a 5-year warranty from the purchase date for material defects on components. The manufacturer reserves the right to replace or repair defective components at his discretion.
Any warranty claims arising in connection with the documentation will be assessed based on the Assembly Instructions and User Manual valid on the date of sale. The warranty does not apply to any damage caused by any or a combination of the following:

• Failure to read or non-observance of the Assembly Instructions and User Manual, in particular the safety instructions, information on intended and improper use, information on maintenance and servicing, and the assembly and disassembly instructions
• Inadequately qualified, unqualified or ill-informed operating personnel
• Use of non-original spare parts and/or accessories
• Use of damaged, defective or incorrect components
• Increasing the tower’s working height through the use of ladders, crates or other equipment.

Intellectual property rights
The manufacturer owns all of the intellectual property rights relating to the Assembly Instructions and User Manual. Copying the Assembly Instructions and User Manual, including excerpts thereof, is only permitted with the manufacturer’s permission. The manufacturer reserves all rights to patents and utility model registrations. Any breach of the above will be subject to prosecution.

Publication date
The publication date of these Assembly Instructions and User Manual is 01/12/2023.

Product information

Intended use
The mobile scaffold (mobile working platform) listed in these assembly instructions and instructions for use may only be used per the specifications of DIN EN 1004-1 and the model listed under point 7.
The ProTec® XS ECO series mobile scaffold tower is a load class 3 tower (200 kg/m² work platform).

CAUTION Do not overload the mobile scaffold tower. Protect the mobile scaffold tower from collapsing – the risk of serious or even fatal injury.

Maximum load:

• Platform height 2.00 m x 0.60 m: 240 kg; 1 person
• Maximum horizontal force for platforms: 30 kg
• Personnel must only ever work on one working platform at a time.
• Working platforms have to be climbed from the inside of the tower.
• Maximum standing height is 1.60 m.
• The mobile scaffold tower must only be erected on a level floor with adequate load-bearing capacity.
• The tower’s vertical and horizontal alignment has to be checked with a spirit level. The maximum permissible deviation is 1%. Mobile scaffold towers that are not height-adjustable have to be levelled by placing break-proof and non-slip materials underneath the feet.
• Before use, always make sure that all of the required safety precautions have been taken and that the mobile scaffold tower has been set up properly and as described in the Assembly Instructions and User Manual.
• The mobile scaffold (mobile working platform) must be secured against tipping with ballast if necessary. Refer to the ballast table on page 71.

Improper use
The mobile scaffold tower must only be used for the intended purpose specified under section 2.1. Any uses other than those are considered improper use. In addition to the above, improper use also comprises the following:

• Creating a bridge between the mobile scaffold tower and a building or another structure.
• Joining several mobile scaffold towers to create a large working platform, birdcage scaffolding or a support structure.
• Using the tower as a stair tower for ascending other mobile work platforms.
• Attaching and using lifting devices on the tower.
• Using the mobile scaffold tower as an attachment point for personal fall ProTec®.
• Using the tower as side ProTec® XS ECO, e.g. at edges that present fall hazards.

Safety instructions

Applicable regulations
The mobile scaffold tower’s assembly and disassembly, stability, and use are governed by the regulations of EN 1004-1 and EN 1004-2.

Safety instructions for assembly and use
(Please note that regulations on this requirement might differ in other countries)

• The mobile scaffold tower must only be assembled, disassembled, and used by persons who are familiar with this manual.
• One person is required for the installation and dismantling processes.
• The site on which the tower is to be assembled, changed or disassembled has to be checked for potential hazards before commencing that work. Any hazards found have to be removed, avoided or minimised.
• These site checks must include potential hazards presented by unstable ground, slopes, barriers, weather conditions, electrical hazards, high winds generated by tunnel effects when working in open buildings or at the corner of buildings.
• Only ever use undamaged and original parts for the mobile scaffold tower.
• The castors must be locked by pressing down the brake levers and all tower components must be checked for correct assembly and working order before use.
• Personnel must only ever work on one working platform at a time. All of the sides of this platform must be fitted with comprehensive side ProTec® XS ECO including toe boards.
• The mobile scaffold tower must only be used up to wind force 6 (~ 45 km/h) and has to be dismantled or moved into a sheltered space and protected from tipping over if winds exceed a force 6.
• Winds over wind force 6 can be identified by the fact that e.g. there will be noticeable resistance walking into the wind.
• Any working platforms that are used to perform work have to be fitted with 3-part side ProTec® comprising guardrail sections made up of a top rail and mid rail, and toe boards fitted along every side. Any intermediate platforms that are only used during assembly, disassembly and when changing the tower’s configuration do not need to be fitted with toe boards.
  • It is prohibited to attach tarpaulins or netting to the mobile scaffold tower.
  • Never climb up or down the outside of the mobile scaffold tower.
  • It is prohibited to lift or attach the mobile scaffold tower to another object or device.
  • Placing external horizontal or vertical loads on the tower can cause it to tip over.
• The mobile scaffold tower has to be anchored down and protected from unauthorized access at the end of the working day.
• Ballast weights must be fitted per these assembly instructions and instructions for use.
• It is only permitted to carry tools and materials up the tower.
• Platforms fitted at a height over one meter must only be accessed and exited through the hatch.
• Do not create a bridge between the mobile scaffold tower and any buildings with planks or similar materials.
• The mobile scaffold tower must not be used as a means to climb onto other structures.

Safety instructions for moving the mobile scaffold tower
Do not move the mobile scaffold tower if there are any materials or persons on it.

• The mobile scaffold tower must only be moved by hand and on a solid and level surface that is free from any obstacles.
• The mobile scaffold tower must not be moved with the aid of vehicles of any kind.
• The tower must not be moved at a pace faster than normal walking speed.
• The tower must only be moved longitudinally or diagonally.
• The surface on which the mobile scaffold tower is being moved has to be capable of bearing the tower’s weight.
• It is prohibited to raise or attach the mobile scaffold tower to another object or device.
• The mobile scaffold tower must only be moved up to wind force 6 (~ 45 km/h) wind speeds.
• The castors must always be arrested before ascending the tower.

Checking the site of use before assembly, after moving or changing the mobile scaffold tower‘s configuration
The following points must always be checked before every use of the mobile scaffold tower:

• The mobile scaffold tower always has to be vertical relative to the ground. Where necessary, it may have to be realigned to ensure the same.
• All of the tower’s components must be fitted as set out in the Assembly Instructions and User Manual.
• Ballast weights are installed under the assembly instructions and instructions for use.
• The brakes on the castors have to be locked every time the tower has been moved.
• Make sure there are no electrical hazards.
• Make sure there are no changes in the environment that could pose a hazard to the tower’s safe use.

Required tools

• Two spanners 13 mm.

Assembly

• The maximum distance in meters between the platform areas. ****
• Do not use the mobile working platform to climb on or off other constructions.

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• Do not climb on the outside of the mobile working platform. ****
• Do not use ladders, crates or any other objects to increase the standing height. ****
• Do not hoist any heavy objects from the mobile working platform. ****
• Do not hoist the mobile working platform. ****
• Do not lift the mobile working platform using mechanical equipment ****
• Do not move the mobile working platform if any persons or materials are on the platform. ****
• Do not stand on an unsecured platform. ****
• Never set up bridges between mobile working platforms or between mobile working platforms and other structures ****
• Maximum tilt for transport. ****
• Maximum tilt during work ****
• Maximum wind speed during work.

General
The mobile scaffold (mobile working platform) may only be assembled once you have read the product information (Section 2) and the safety regulations (Section 3) in full. One person is required for the installation and dismantling processes. Only original components under the manufacturer‘s specifications may be used.

Attaching ballast to the mobile scaffold tower
The ProTec® XS ECO must be fitted with ballast weights when used outdoors. See the ballast table on page 71.

After assembly or modification of the mobile scaffold tower‘s configuration
The tower has to be fitted with a sign that is visible from the ground and contains the following minimum information:

• Name and contact details of the person in charge of the site
• Whether or not the mobile scaffold tower is ready for use or not
• The load class and maximum distributed load
• Whether the mobile scaffold tower is only designed for use in closed indoor spaces
• The date the tower was erected

Disassembling the mobile scaffold tower

To dismantle the ProTec® XS ECO, follow the assembly instructions in reverse order.

Inspection, care, and maintenance

All of the tower‘s parts must be checked for damage before setting it up and any damaged parts must be replaced. Damaged parts must only be repaired by the manufacturer. Only use original spare parts. Visually inspect the tower to make sure that all of the welds and other materials are free from cracks, and that none of the parts are bent or dented. Make sure that parts such as locks, spindles, castors,etc. are in proper working order.
The following components always have to be checked every time before assembling the tower:

• Vertical frame: For deformation, crushing and cracking
• Railing struts: For deformation, crushing, cracking, and the function of the securing device
• Working platforms: check for deformation, dents, and cracks and whether the locks work
• Hatch: make sure hatch works
• Toe boards: condition of wood, cracks
• Swivel castors: Rolling ability of the castor and the function of the brake.
• Fail-safe device (gravity pin, bolt with nut) Check on vertical frame or castor
• In adjustable castors, check the spindles’ ease of movement. Check safety locks (locking pins) on the vertical frame and base sections with castors
• Retainers: check for deformation, dents, cracks, and secure fit
• The tower‘s components have to be stored in such a way that they cannot become damaged.
• The individual parts have to be stored lying down and protected from weather.
• Components have to be positioned and protected in such a way during transport that they cannot become damaged.
• The tower components can be cleaned using water and conventional cleaning agents. Any paint spilled on the components can be removed with white spirit.

References

• systems.ch - Systems Resources and Information.
• Domain2.hu
• systems.pl
• KRAUSE-Systems - Ihr Partner für sichere Steigtechnik

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