Aluminium household ladder introduction, Intended use, Safety instructions general safety instructions – Powerfix Z31350 Benutzerhandbuch

Seite 5: Safety instructions for using the ladder

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Introduction / Safety instructions

Aluminium household ladder

Introduction

Familiarise yourself with the product

before using it for the first time. In

addition please refer carefully to the

operating instructions below and the safety advice.

Use the product only as described and for the

indicated purpose. Keep these instructions in a safe

place. If you pass the product on to anyone else,

please ensure that you also pass on all the

documentation.

Intended use

This product is only intended to be used as an aid

to reach high objects or areas in private

households. The product is not intended for

commercial use.

Safety instructions

General safety instructions

150 kg

Maximum total load 150 kg. The

weight of the user plus tools and other

materials must not exceed 150 kg.

Be particularly careful if there is any wind, rain

or frost.

Keep the ladder clean and remove any dirt.

Keep the ladder dry to avoid any slippage or

toppling over.

Before using a ladder at work a risk assessment

should be carried out respecting the legislation

in the country of use.

Safety instructions with regard

to setting up the ladder

Before using it, check all parts of the ladder.

Do not use the ladder if any parts are missing,

damaged or worn.

Before using the ladder, make sure that the

safety devices on the platform

2

are correctly

hooked on.

Only place the ladder onto a level, dry,

unmovable and firm subsurface.

Do not use the ladder on slippery surfaces.

Do not use the ladder as a bridging structure.

Make sure that all plastic feet are firmly on the

floor.

Be particularly careful when you set the ladder

up on protective film, a carpet or other

protective subsurfaces. The plastic feet may not

have enough grip and may, therefore, slip.

Attention! Metal is an electrical conductor!

Make sure that no part of the ladder is

touching a live cable.

When positioning the ladder take into account

risk of collision with the ladder e.g. from

pedestrians, vehicles or doors. Secure doors

(not fire exits) and windows where possible in

the work area.

Ladder shall be stood on its feet, not the rungs

or steps.

Safety instructions for using

the ladder

Do not use the ladder if you are under the

influence of alcohol, drugs or strong

medication. Do not use the ladder if you are ill

or do not feel well.

Do not use the ladder if it is wet, damaged or if

it has become slippery because of water, ice

or snow.

Wear non-slip footwear when using the ladder.

Always hold on tightly to the ladder and

always face the ladder when getting on and

off the ladder.

Do not carry bulky or heavy objects when

climbing up the ladder.

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