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Boss X-series  

Instructions for use 

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youngmangroup.com 

 

1.1 IntroductIon 

Contents 

These Instructions for Use provide information 
on the safe operation of  the BoSS X-Series 
single person micro powered access platforms 
namely the BoSS X2, X3 and X3X. These 
Instructions do not apply to BoSS X3 machines 
with serial numbers between YMG 11001 to 
11300. Operators should read and understand 
all the information contained within this manual 
before operating a BoSS X-Series machine.

Additional copies of  these instructions may also 
be obtained from Youngman Group Ltd., please 
see contact details on the back cover. The 
instructions are also available to download from 
our website at youngmangroup.com.

The information contained in these instructions 
is based on the latest product information at 
the time of  publication. As Youngman Group 
Ltd. operate a policy of  continuous product 
improvement we reserve the right to make 
product changes at any time without obligation.

sectIon 1 - descrIPtIon

Page

1.1

Introduction

1

1.2

Characteristics and description

2

1.3

Intended use

3

1.4

Selection and minimum 
attributes of  operators

4

1.5

Modifications

5

1.6

Terminology

6

sectIon 2 - sPecIfIcatIon

2.1 

Technical data

8

2.2 

Operating site

10

2.2.1 

Ground conditions

10

2.2.2 

Ground flatness

10

2.2.3 

Overhead obstructions

11

2.2.4 

Segregation from other site 
vehicle movements

11

2.3 

Noise and vibrations

11

2.4 

Limitations

11

sectIon 3 – safety rules

12

sectIon 4 – oPeratIng InstructIons

4.1 

Daily checks

14

4.2 

Manoeuvring the platform

15

4.3 

Engaging the brakes

16

4.4 

Battery isolation switch

16

4.5

Entering and leaving the work 
platform

17

4.6 

Handset control unit

18

4.7

Emergency stop

18

4.8

Emergency lowering

19

4.9 

Battery charging

19

sectIon 5 – transPort, handlIng and 

storage

5.1 

Storage

21

5.2 

Loading and unloading

21

5.3 

Lifting

23

5.4 

Preparation for transport

23

sectIon 6 MaIntenance and rePaIr 

record

6.1

Machine labelling

24

6.2 

Maintenance record

26

6.3 

Repairs record

26

6.4 

Examination/tests record

26

6.5 

Daily checks – Operator checklist

28

sectIon 7 Boss X-serIes accessorIes

7.1

Confined Space Guardrail

30

7.2

Bumpers 

31

7.3

Heavy Duty All Weather Cover

31

Summary of Contents for BOSS X Series

Page 1: ...Picture of machine being used in situ at full height The ultimate range of push around micro powered access platforms Instructions for use Edition January 2010 EN 280 IP24...

Page 2: ...Page 1 1 Introduction 1 1 2 Characteristics and description 2 1 3 Intended use 3 1 4 Selection and minimum attributes of operators 4 1 5 Modifications 5 1 6 Terminology 6 Section 2 Specification 2 1...

Page 3: ...ent Pull out storage drawer for charging cables and guardrail tools Wide forklift entry hoisting and transit strap points Smooth roll castors with non marking tyres Maintenance Manual EC Declaration o...

Page 4: ...y and manoeuvre the machine as required to correctly position and carry out the tasks in a correct and proper manner k be able to identify and avoid foreseeable hazards and recognise unsafe practices...

Page 5: ...8 Step up to platform 9 Fixed castors with auto braking applied as the platform is raised 10 Swivel castors with click on brakes 11 Emergency lowering release valve 12 Guardrails 13 Work Platform 14...

Page 6: ...4m Platform width 0 57m Platform length 1 25m 1 05m 1 05m Platform guardrail height 1 1m Toeboard height 0 15m Overall width 0 76m 0 7m 0 7m Stowed height 1 8m 1 8m 1 7m Stowed length 1 41m 1 21m 1 2...

Page 7: ...ctrical cables Every worksite should be subject to a risk assessment and where vehicle movements are likely to occur close to the BoSS X Series machine measures should be taken to segregate the machin...

Page 8: ...erreach ALWAYS check that there are no obstructions or persons that may be struck by the platform before and during the raising and lowering of the platform ALWAYS carry tools and materials within the...

Page 9: ...t Emergancy stop function activated on the base unit Emergency lowering of platform see page 19 Raise and lower functions including descent delay the raise and lower functions can be tested by removin...

Page 10: ...in use 4 4 Battery Isolation Switch The BoSS X Series machine is provided with a key operated switch which is used to isolate the battery and therefore the electrical system preventing unauthorised us...

Page 11: ...to release the button as shown below There is also an emergency stop button on the base unit Push in to activate and twist clockwise to release In the unlikely event of a power failure of the BoSS X...

Page 12: ...ry is fully charged all four lights will illuminate after approximately 10 hours The BoSS X Series machine should be stored inside in a secure clean and dry environment the emergency stop on the hands...

Page 13: ...machine must be adequately rated The BoSS X Series machine may be lifted by a crane or Hiab by threading adequately rated lifting straps through the forklift access points WARNING A full risk assessme...

Page 14: ...ing Cables tray To lower The plaTform wiThouT power in an emergency 1 Turn The valve on The Pressure loss valve on The hydraulic ram anTiclockwise unTil iT will noT Turn any furTher 2 Turn The valve a...

Page 15: ...ation By 6 3 Repairs record Date Repairs undertaken Location By 6 4 Examination tests record Date Examinations tests undertaken Location By Safe to use Y N Please photocopy these pages for your own us...

Page 16: ...orm scissors and chassis eg damage cracks corrosion abrasions welds connections Visual inspection of the castellated scissor nuts and the split pin retainers Obscured dirty or damaged instruction labe...

Page 17: ...ints to allow access to restricted spaces such as the void above suspended ceilings Bumpers The BoSS X Series Bumpers have been specially designed to fit easily into the machines fork lifting points a...

Page 18: ...32 BoSS X Series Instructions for Use 33 youngmangroup com NOTES Notes...

Page 19: ...products or any other of our other products and services please contact Youngman Group Ltd The Causeway Maldon Essex CM9 4LJ United Kingdom t 44 0 1621 745900 f 44 0 1621 859845 e sales youngmangroup...

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