Powerfix Z30473 - Manual (Page 24)

24 GB/MT
Safety instructions
J Do not lean out too far when you are on the
ladder. Keep the centre of your body between
the ladder stringers and stand with both feet on
the same rung.
J Make sure that you do not get tired when
working and take breaks. Tiredness represents
an increased security risk and could lead to
accidents.
J Ladders should only be used for light work of
short duration.
J Maintain a handhold whilst working from a
ladder or take additional safety precautions if
you cannot.
J Do not use the top three rungs of the ladder as
a platform when you are using the ladder as a
leaning extension ladder.
J Do not stand on one of the upper 2 rungs of a
standing ladder.
J Attched to the ladder frame you will find labels
with pictograms for a safe use of the ladder.
Follow the advices on the pictograms to avoid
accidents:
Before using the ladder, please read
the use instructions very carefully.
Maximum intended.
Visual check before use.
Ensure standing ladder is fully
opened before use.
Check the ladder feet.
Maximum number of the users each
ladder.
Set the ladder always on a level
surface.
Never climb up the ladder sideways
and never climb from ladder to ladder.
Do not use the ladder as a bridge.
Keep your body centered on the
ladder avoiding leaning too far
sideways.
Make sure that the ground is dry,
clean and free from any pollution,
such as water, oil or waste, which
can cause that the ladder slips.
Beware of electrical hazards when
transporting ladder.
The ladder may only be used by one
person at a time.
Face ladder when ascending
or descending ladder.
MIN.
1m
Length of ladder projecting above
the landing point.
65°-75°
Correct inclination.
Secure top / bottom ladder ends.
Always keep hinges clean and oiled.
Do not use ladder without stabilisers.