100097 & 100098
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1. Lower anchor tube strut j Captive nut Zi m mn m helle mn mn mn mn mn m m m m ur mn m mm t Remove the butterfly bolt amp washer Re insert the bolt amp secure with a nyloc nut Boss Leg brace tube Fig 4 Butterfly bolt amp Fig 10 washer Fit the leg brace tube over the Nip the bolts of the upper Extend or compress the leg by Introduce the butterfly bolt through lower tube strut clamp pulling or pushing the boss www axminster co uk _ __ _ _ www axminster co uk 10 Using the Stilts Using the Stilts Novice It is recommended that if you are a novice stilt user you have the assistance of a friend colleague etc whilst you are learning to master their usage and that the floor area you are learning on is uncluttered flat and level as possible Mount the stilts sitting on a high bench table etc take care to secure the straps in the recommended order leg then foot Holding on to a post workmate friend etc stand upright Stand with your feet reasonably well apart about the width of your shoulders See fig 8 and achieve a balanced position Check that the leg braces are in a comfortable position just above the thickest part of your calf and that the brace is in a comfortable position cradling the leg If necessary adjust the struts until this is so Resume your balanced position relax and examine the vertical position of the stilts If the stilts are leaning forw2. 8 Forward adjustable leg extrusion PW 1430 47 24 Forward adjustable leg extrusion PW 2440 re O e Downward nylon sieeve Top stopping small nylon sheise 1 Right rear leg extension PW 1830 e SOLIB Left rear ieg extension PW 1830 81 15 Inner extension tube PW 1523 o 4 81 18 Inner extension tube PW 1830 0 8 51 24 Inner extension tube PW 2440 _ 4 Leg toe straps 55 Sole mounting screw package 56 Strap mounting screw package www axminster co uk Illustrated Parts List for the Stilts 1 upper strut tube PWwi18ao No DO es machine screw with nut Loop fashening arch strap Loop fastening toe strap Nylan foot plate Pee Pt ia i Adjustable haal bracket ak Poss ru 1 4 20 bockrivt 174 20 hex nut m Fal 44 4 strap mounting metal plate Nylon spring bearing Inter Lock 1 0 D lower strut tube PW1523 Inter Lock 1 0 D lower strut tubeiPW1E30 1 4 20 1 SE cag screw L 4 20 1 M cap screw D Pa a0 0 Pea ee ee h oi ai 1f4 20 3 1 8 cap screw as dai a cap screw w square mut ee l 37 Soke mounting screw ay Lower coil spring as Entra spring Construction www axminster co uk What s in the Box Quantity Item Model Number 2 No Stilts 100097 or 100098 2 No Lower Anchor Tube Struts 2 No Leg Brace Upper Tube Struts Hav
3. A Tighten the lower anchor bolt Wear your normal working footwear Place your foot onto the footplate pull or push and twist the leg brace so that it is positioned above the thickest part of your calf and with the strap fastened is comfortable against the outside of your leg See fig 5 amp 5a Tighten the lower anchor bolt and tighten the bolts through the upper clamp See fig 5b amp 5c AN Caution DO NOT overtighten the upper clamp such that the tube struts distort This will weaken their integrity reduce their strength and could lead to structural failure of the components further you may wish to carry out fine tuning adjustments after you actually walk on the stilts Carry out this setting procedure on both stilts www axminster co uk 08 Setting of the Heel Brace Fig 6 Ankle Heel brace bracket gt Rear pivot Make sure your ankle is vertically above the rear pivot of the stilt Wear your normal working footwear Position or re position the heel brace See fig 6a so that with the heel of your shoe boot firmly back against the bracket your ankle joint is vertically above the rear pivot of the stilt See fig 6 Carry out this setting procedure on both stilts www axminster co uk Leg brace Leg strap Fig 7 Upper leg brace strut Heel brace bracket Foot Strap Upper clamp Lower anchor ir a j Da r e x IE d 7 jr J i Pa I E F
4. Builders Stilts 100097 100098 AXMINSTER Axminster Devon EX13 5PH UK 01297 33656 International Dialling 44 1297 33656 www axminster co uk AXMINSTER POWER TOOL CENTRE 100097 amp 100098 Builders Stilts Order Nos 100097 amp 100098 Index of contents Page No MAX OF COMMS IS ee 2 BIIECINLANONIS ass ae ee E ee ee eee ee eT 2 Wal S TRIS E E nian T N A E EE A T O VE E AA E A 3 General Safely PrecautioiiS sisisi ea aa en Een ann an Te 3 Specific Safety Instructions for SUllS us u0n00000000n0uan Gans nann anne ana 4 Mial FAS SEO seriis a aaa apa Jana a an Lan era 5 6 IniualSetting of Tie LEG Brasseria aE aaa Ra GAE 7 setting or TS HeellBrace nina nenne A rE NE 8 IUSTRaNoN OT TAG SUNS sssi ee en 9 USING e S e E E E E A 10 Height AdJuUstment nennen 10 11 ROUTING Malnlemance iin ern ea a a a ha a euere 12 Illustrated Parts Breakdown for the StiltS eee ee cece eee cece ee nn nn nnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn nenn nn nnnnnnnnnnnnenenenn 13 Illustrated Parts List for the Stilts u00u00000000 0200 ann ann nnnn nun nnn nun nun nnnn nun nun nun nnnnnnnn nun anna 14 15 Specification Stilt height range 610mm to 1000mm Axminster Part No 100097 450mm to 760mm Axminster Part No 100098 SAFE WEIGHT LIMIT 225lb pair 102kg pair www axminster co uk Illustrated Parts List for the Stilts Continued 46 Replacement sole I 41 47 15 Forward adjustable leg extrusion PW 1523 47 1
5. actise and familiarity When you can confidently walk on the stilts examine the posture you adopt while walking if you lean forward while walking tighten the upper spring if you lean backward while walking tighten the lower spring This will help maintain the stilt in a vertical position whilst you are walking NOTE Do not tighten the springs more that 15 turns as this will choke the stilt action and impose excess stresses on the structures Height Adjustment The inner leg of the stilt has a series of holes drilled in it at approximately 50mm intervals The outer leg has a locating boss and a captive nut in opposite faces The inner and outer leg telescope together and can be locked in position using the butterfly bolt and washer See figs 9 amp 11 Remove the bolt and washer extend or compress the leg by pulling or pushing See figs 9 amp 10 Make sure the same holes are selected and visible through the boss in the outer face of the outer leg introduce the butterfly bolt and washer through the boss through the hole in the inner leg and screw into the captive nut on the rear face See fig 9 Tighten securely but do not over tighten As a double check stand the stilts together and see that they are the same height www axminster co uk 07 Initial Setting of the Leg Brace Fig 5 Fig 5b Tighten the bolts through the upper clamp Fitting the leg brace above the thickest part of the calf AL F
6. ard correct this by rotating the leg brace struts to the rear and refasten similarly if the stilt is tipped slightly backward rotate the leg brace strut to the front Carry out these adjustments until the stilts are vertical whilst you are standing upright and balanced Note The stilts are not articulated for sideways movement keep the stilts vertically upright in the left right plane by maintaining the feet apart position discussed above Start walking by taking a small distinct step about 2 3 do not scuff the foot lift it completely clear of the ground put it down hold onto your friend s shoulder to help your balance if necessary move the other leg to place the feet along side each other and resume your balanced position Take another small step using the other foot remember small distinct step foot clear of the ground move the other foot up alongside resume the balanced position Do this several times alternating which foot you commence to walk with not only will this get you used to the feeling and movement required to maintain balance from each side but you will invariably discover that you feel more comfortable leading off with a particular foot When you are comfortable doing this and have discovered your favourite foot attempt to walk several strides still small steps still distinct only this time do not seek to achieve the balance position between steps stride forward with the other foot Thereafter it is pr
7. eing caught up 7 DO NOT OVERREACH Keep proper footing and balance at all times do not perform simian acrobatic feats to get that little bit longer reach especially when working from ladders towers or on stilts the extra time required to reposition the tower or ladder or move to a more advantageous position is a good trade off against a potentially crippling fall 8 CHECK THE STILTS FOR DAMAGE Before using the Stilts check thoroughly for damage any part that seems damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it operates properly and will perform its intended function If there is any doubt DO NOT USE have the tool repaired and re tested by a suitably qualified person 9 REPLACEMENT PARTS When servicing only fit the manufacturer s approved spare parts 10 STAY ALERT Watch what you are doing and where you are going Use common sense do not use the stilts if you are tired or subject to distraction a strain a torn muscle a broken bone is not a recommended experience 11 STORE IDLE EQUIPMENT When not in use the stilts should be cleaned lightly oiled and stored away in a dry location to prevent the possibility of the steel components rusting The storage position should be out of reach of children www axminster co uk 04 Specific Safety Instructions for Stilts 13 Illustrated Parts Breakdown for the Stilts A Carry out a thorough inspection of the stilts before use Check that all bolts are tight Check
8. f Sa La 1 ger ETE 7 i Pa EE Tr i p I a LI tube strut l Springs Lower anchor bolt Hip f Butterfly bolt Rear pivot Stilt sole www axminster co uk
9. ing unpacked your Stilts please check the contents against the What s in the box list above If there are any pieces missing or damaged contact our sales and servicing department in accordance with the instructions laid down in our catalogue Please dispose of any unwanted packaging responsibly A lot of the packaging is bio degradable General Safety Precautions 1 KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN Cluttered areas invite injuries 2 KEEP CHILDREN AWAY All children should be kept away from the work area 3 PRESCRIPTION MEDICATION Read the warning labels on all medicines to determine if your judgment reflexes or equilibrium would be impaired If there is any doubt do not attempt to use the stilts 4 USE EYE PROTECTION Eye protection should conform to BSI specifications and provide protection against flying debris from the front and the side Eye protection should be worn when there is any risk of foreign matter getting into the eyes 5 USE EAR DEFENDERS Repetitive high noise levels can damage hearing If the work area in which you are operating has excessively high noise levels wear ear protection 6 WEAR APPROPRIATE CLOTHING Protective gloves and nonskid footwear safety shoes are recommended when working on site Don t wear loose clothing or jewellry they can get caught on projecting objects If you wear your hair in a long style a safety helmet hat protective hair covering or even a sweatband will help to minimise the chance of hair b
10. ntive when in an area with low level hazards e g furniture stacks of bricks bags of building materials tool boxes etc H Do not carry heavy loads whilst wearing the stilts They have a load limit I Do not pick up objects that are lower than the level of your feet Ask a workmate to pass such objects to you or dismount the stilts and lift the item to a suitable height to be picked up when you have remounted the stilts J Do not have the stilts adjusted too high this would usually mean that you have to stoop to be at the correct height which is an unstable balance condition K Do not lean over objects e g scaffold work benches tables etc once again an unstable balance condition L Only take small distinct steps lifting the sole plate clear of the floor and only walk forward perform a U turn to reverse direction M Do not run or take large steps this can cause the action springs to fall out and could lead to serious injury N Do not attempt to modify these stilts in anyway N WARNING The warnings cautions and instructions discussed in this instruction manual cannot cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur It must be understood by the user that COMMON SENSE AND CAUTION ARE FACTORS WHICH CANNOT BE BUILT INTO THIS PRODUCT BUT MUST BE SUPPLIED BY THE OPERATOR www axminster co uk _ _ 2 www axminster co uk Routine Maintenance I Frequent but not excessive l
11. the leg struts are secure Check the leg braces are undamaged and securely fastened to the struts Check that the leg and foot straps are not frayed or worn Check that all pivotal actions are free and smooth Check the sole plate of the stilt is clean and will still provide adequate traction Check the height adjusting wing nut lock bolts are tight Check there is no excessive wear in the nylon bushes that guide the telescope action of the height adjustment Check the springs are in compression B Do not carry out work operations on the stilts until you have achieved a sufficient level of competence and confidence wearing them and walking on them C Mount the stilts by securing the legs straps first then the foot straps similarly dismount the stilts by removing the foot straps first and then the leg straps While in use keep the straps tight at all times Do not attempt to adjust stilts whilst wearing them unless assisted by a workmate If you are unaided remove the stilts completely to carry out any adjustments D The stilts are designed to be used on firm flat dry level surfaces Do not use on soft ground uneven surfaces or where it is wet slippery inclined or declined Do not use on stairs E While in use avoid any unguarded openings e g drains stairwells floor heating vents cable or pipe ducts etc F Do not wear or use in a cluttered area e g where pipes ropes cables etc are strewn around G BE particularly atte
12. ubrication is required for best performance Lubricate all moving components with white graphite or silicon spray Do not use any lubricant that will retain dirt or grit Il Ensure that the stilts are free of burrs or dents Keep them clean Ill Carry out the damage check and assessment detailed in Specific Safety Instructions for Stilts www axminster co uk Specific Safety Instructions for Stilts Please pay strict attention to the assembly instructions in order to ensure that you do not damage your stilts and they are fully functional and safe Make sure the upper clamp is loosened off See fig 1a and remove the pre fitted 1 4 x 1 1 2 bolt from the anchor bracket See fig 1 amp 1b Insert the lower anchor tube strut through the upper clamp and introduce into the anchor bracket Re insert the bolt and secure with the nyloc nut See fig 2 amp 2a Secure only finger tight at this time Fit the leg brace upper tube strut over the lower tube strut and push down through the upper clamp See Fig 3 orientate the leg brace so that it faces inward See fig 3 nip the bolts of the upper clamp sufficiently tightly to keep the strut in place but loose enough to allow the strut to be moved both up and down and turned See fig 4 Carry out this operation on both stilts Fig 1a Upper clamp Fig 1b Anchor bracket www axminster co uk Initial Assembly Continued Height Adjustment Fig 2 Fig8 Fig 9
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