SAFETY FIRST. Inspection Proper Set Up Proper Climbing & Use Proper Storage & Carrying Operating Instructions

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1 SAFETY FIRST Inspection Proper Set Up Proper Climbing & Use Proper Storage & Carrying Operating Instructions Max weight on the 18 inch platforms 500 pounds SWL Certified at 2,000 pounds. Qualified under OSHA as a 2 person stand. Max weight on the 36 inch platforms are 750 pounds SWL Certified at 3,000 pounds Qualified under OSHA as a 3 person stand.

2 INSPECTION 1) Inspect upon receipt and before each use; never use a damaged, bent, or broken platform Do not use if damaged, bent, or broken!

3 INSPECTION 2) Keep rungs and platform deck clean and dry; The X-Deck must be kept free from grease, oil, mud, paint, and other slippery materials. Work platform should be clean and free of grease and oils Rungs should be clean and free of grease and oils.

4 INSPECTION 3) Do not replace locking pins with other objects.

5 INSPECTION 4) Always wear slip resistant boots or shoes while using the X-Deck.

6 Proper Set Up DANGER! Metal Conducts Electricity! Do not use is close proximity to exposed electrical wires.

7 Proper Set Up 1) For the 36 platform make sure the locking pins are fully inserted and secured on both sides of the Work Station before use. For the 18 you only have one pin. Side View Top View

8 Proper Set Up 2) When using Extension Planks, make sure they are secured in the platform holes.

9 Proper Set Up 3) Place on firm surface with secured footing. Do not use on slippery surfaces. 4) Do Not place on boxes or unstable bases or other scaffolds to gain additional height.

10 Proper Climbing and Use 1) Do not use this platform if you are subject to fainting spells, are using medicine or alcohol, are physically impaired, or uncomfortable on raised surfaces.

11 Proper Climbing and Use 2) Always secure your balance with hand rails or other OSHA approved safety fall protection. 3) Do Not work off of platform rungs. Rungs are only for access to the deck.

12 Proper Climbing and Use 4) Keep hands and fingers clear of the platform legs and the bottom of the platform when raising or lowering.

13 Proper Climbing and Use 5) Always hold the platform deck where the decal says Lift Here for raising and lowering the platform.

14 Proper Climbing and Use 6) For the 36 platform always lower and insert both Locking Pins when Work Station is not in use. For the 18 you only have one locking pin.

15 Proper Climbing and Use 7) Face platform when climbing up or down rungs.

16 Proper Climbing and Use 8) Do Not overreach, move the X-Deck when needed. 9) ALWAYS keep your center of gravity above the deck. 10) Do Not push or pull the X-Deck while standing on the rungs or deck.

17 Proper Storage and Carrying 1) Place Work Station in flat position and make sure that both locking pins (Both sides) are fully inserted and secured for storing and carrying.

18 Operating Instructions Review SafeTec s Platforms Proper Use Demo DVD

19 Operating Instructions 1) Lay platform flat and stand on platform rung side.

20 Operating Instructions 2) Locking Pins are to your right. One in front, one on the back side of the deck. Remove both locking pins. Note: the 18 platform only has one safety pin.

21 Operating Instructions 3) Using left hand on the deck at Lift Here, decal raise platform to desired height.

22 Operating Instructions 4) Insert Locking pins through the deck on both sides of the Work Station. Rotate pins to lock into position to secure deck. The 18 only has one locking pin.

23 Operating Instructions 5) Check that platform in on a firm, flat surface.

24 Operating Instructions 6) Face platform rungs when mounting and dismounting.

25 Hand Rail Installation 1) Install end hand rails first. Ensure hand rail lugs are facing inward. Ensure hand rails are completely in pocket and install safety pin. Hand Rail Lugs Hand Rail completely in pocket & Safety pin installed

26 Hand Rail Installation 1) Install the back side next. This will be the solid long rail, not hinged. There is a hole at the edge of the hand rail that slides over the end hand rail lug.

27 Hand Rail Installation 1) Install front hinged gate last. The front hinged gate has bolts that allow the gate to open The front gate has bolts

28 Hand Rail Operation Always Maintain 3 Points of Contact!

29 Wheel Operations The wheels are cocked in the roll position by tipping the platform to one side. The wheels will lock once your weight is applied to the platform.