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BoSS Ladderspan 

User Guide 

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Always start with the smallest height frames at the base of the 
tower:

Platform height in Metres 

Frame at base.

1.7, 2.2, 3.7, 4.2, 5.7, 6.2, 7.7, 8.2, 9.7, 10.2, 11.7, 12.2

2 Rung

2.7,4.7,6.7,8.7,10,7

3 Rung

1.2,3.2,5.2,7.29.2,11.2

4 Rung 

Where all 3 frame heights are used in a tower, start with 2 rung
frames at the base, with the 3 rung frames next and the 4 rung
frames on the top. Refer to the quantity schedules for detail. 

The procedure illustrated shows a 3.2m platform height tower 
starting with an 4 rung frame.

 

1

Insert adjustable leg/castor assemblies into end frames and 
lock the castors, see diagram 

Step 1

 (page 17). Base plates 

can be fitted to the adjustable legs if  it is not necessary to move 
the tower. Fit 2 horizontal braces to the 850 end frames as shown 
in

 steps 2 and 3

 for the 1450 tower procedure (page 18).

2

Fit a trapdoor deck on the 2nd rung. Fix the horizontal 
braces (red) as guardrails on the 3rd and 4th rungs (2 and 4 

rungs above the platform) on both sides of  the tower. 

Assembly Procedure

Mobile Towers - 850 3T Method

ASSEMBLY FOR 850 TOWERS

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3

Fit 2 diagonal braces in opposing directions between the 
1st and 3rd rungs. Ensure the frames are vertical and level 

by checking with a spirit level and setting the adjustable legs as 
necessary. Fit stabilisers (see notes on 

page 30

). Fit the next pair 

of  end frames and check the frame interlock clips are engaged. 

IMPORTANT. Only use the adjustment on the legs to level the 

tower and not to gain extra height.

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Assembly Procedure

4

Fit 2 pairs of  diagonal braces in opposing directions 
between the 3rd and 5th rungs and the 5th and7th rungs. 

Locate a trapdoor deck on the 6th rung, with the trapdoor next to 
the ladder.

Assembly Procedure

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Summary of Contents for BoSS

Page 1: ...t please contact Youngman on 44 0 1621 745900 or email sales youngmangroup com COMPLIANCES The BoSS Ladderspan aluminium system has been tested and certified to EN 1004 2004 Class 3 Instruction Manual...

Page 2: ...cult 8 39 46 17 21 Beware of open ended buildings which can cause funnelling effect Do not abuse equipment Damaged or incorrect components shall not be used Raising and lowering components tools and o...

Page 3: ...2 2 2 2 3 3 3 3 4 4 4 4 5 5 5 5 6 6 6 1 8m and 2 5m Horizontal Brace red 6 6 6 6 10 10 10 10 14 14 14 14 18 18 18 18 22 22 22 22 26 26 26 2 1m and 2 7m Diagonal Brace blue 2 3 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 1...

Page 4: ...kg This must be evenly distributed over either one deck or two decks placed side by side The quantities on pages 7 and 8 will enable BoSS towers to be built safely and therefore comply with the requir...

Page 5: ...platform length of 2 5m has a self weight of 408kg 950kg 410kg 540kg maximum safe working load total weight self weight users tools and materials For greater heights and loads consult Youngman for gu...

Page 6: ...sure all brace claws operate and lock correctly prior to erection Inspect components prior to erection Inspect tower prior to use Tower upright and level Castors locked and legs correctly adjusted Dia...

Page 7: ...e 3rd rungs Ensure the frames are vertical and level by checking with a spirit level and setting the adjustable legs as required Fit stabilisers see noteson page 30 IMPORTANT Only use the adjustable l...

Page 8: ...oor decks as shown in the previous steps Add guardrails at 0 5m and 1 0m in that order above the platform from the protected trapdoor position Do not climb onto the platform until it is fully guardrai...

Page 9: ...ontal braces to the 850 end frames as shown in steps 2 and 3 for the 1450 tower procedure page 18 2 Fit a trapdoor deck on the 2nd rung Fix the horizontal braces red as guardrails on the 3rd and 4th r...

Page 10: ...wn Fit the toeboards see instruction on page 29 The tower is now complete Assembly Procedure 27 Assembly Procedure 28 7 To take down the tower reverse the building sequence When removing guardrail bra...

Page 11: ...oving the tower adjust the top clamps to lift the four stabiliser feet a maximum of 25mm off the ground and then unlock the castor brakes After moving ensure all four stabiliser feet are repositioned...

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