En Instructions For Ladders And Stepladders; Before Use - ASC Alumexx Série Instructions

EN Instructions for ladders and stepladders

EN The safe use of a stepladder or ladder
Congratulations on your purchase of an ASC stepladder or
ladder. The well-considered details ensure that an ASC
stepladder or ladder is easy to use. Some instructions relate
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specifically to either a stepladder or ladder. Should that be
the case, this is clearly stated.
Before using the stepladder or ladder, read these
instructions carefully! Save these instructions in
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case they are needed for future reference. Also study
the illustrations/pictograms that are shown on the
product itself.
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Before use

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Remain alert. Concentrate when climbing a stepladder or
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ladder and never do so under the influence of alcohol,
medication or substances that may affect your ability to
react.
Should you transport the stepladder or ladder, ensure
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that this is folded up and make sure that the stepladder
or ladder is properly supported and fixed in place.
Upon receipt of the stepladder or ladder, check the
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condition and operation of all parts. Make sure that all
parts (including the feet and end caps) are present
Every time before use, inspect the stepladder or ladder
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for any defects, such as deformation or wear.
Stepladders and ladders that are used in a professional
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capacity must be inspected periodically by an expert.
Every time before using the ladder or stepladder, make
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sure that it is suitable for its intended use. Only use the
stepladder or ladder for the purpose for which it has
been made. Do not use the stepladder or ladder as
scaffolding or a gantry, etc. Only use a stepladder when
it is free-standing.
Never climb a stepladder that is placed against a wall.
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Never use a damaged or broken stepladder or ladder.
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Temporary repairs are not permitted. Make sure that any
damage to a stepladder or ladder is repaired as soon as
possible by a professional in this field, in any case
before it is used again.
As far as possible, ensure that the stepladder or ladder is
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free from contamination by substances such as wet
paint, mud, snow and oil.
Prior to use, carry out a risk analysis should you be
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obliged/required to do so by local or national legislation
and regulations.
Maintain a stepladder or ladder in accordance with the
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instructions.
Dispose of stepladders or ladders if they are broken,
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worn-out or irreparable.
Positioning and/or erecting a stepladder or
ladder
A ladder has to be positioned in such a way that the
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distance from the foot of the ladder to the wall is
approximately equal to a quarter of the operational
length of the ladder. The set-up angle will then be circa
75° (the standing surfaces of the rungs will thus be
horizontal at this angle, figure 1).
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Before use, check that the stepladder/combination ladder
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has been fully folded out.
- In a stepladder, this is ensured by clicking the
platform into place and/or by folding out a push-
resistant locking stay (between the front and rear
sections of the stepladder).
- In a combination ladder, this is ensured by allowing
the ladder to click into place properly in the
combination hook (figure 2). The ladder must
always be folded up before being moved. Do not
move the ladder when in combination position,
this can result in the locking pin shooting out of
the combination hook
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In addition, the metal locking stay can be fastened
(if present, figure 3). If there are belts between the
ladder sections, these should be taut.
The design of the locking stay will vary between
models.
Always stand the stepladder or ladder on a firm, stable,
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horizontal surface, which is not slippery. This will ensure
that the feet of the stepladder or ladder cannot sink into
the ground and/or slip away. Therefore, do not place the
stepladder or ladder on tables, boxes, crates or other
unstable surfaces, such as muddy soil or loose sand.
Position a ladder in such a way that each of its four points
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are adequately supported by a firm bearing surface,
therefore never against a window, against circular or
narrow pillars or against corners, unless modified
accessories are used for that purpose. Satisfy yourself
that the ladder is sufficiently stable and/or, if required, is
secured to ensure it cannot slip.
A stepladder or ladder may never be repositioned if
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somebody is standing on a step/platform or rung, or from
a position that is higher than the platform or the end of the
ladder.
Take extra precautions if the stepladder or ladder has to
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be positioned in front of a door opening, an opening
window or in a corridor, etc. Make sure that nobody can
walk against or under the stepladder.
Never position an aluminium stepladder or ladder within a
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range of 2.5 m from non-insulated electrical components
of low-voltage installations and networks which are under
live current. Never position aluminium stepladders or
ladders in the vicinity of components of high-voltage
installations.
Take care when using electrical equipment. Aluminium
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stepladders/ladders conduct electric current.
take precautions so that a power cable cannot become
trapped or become caught when climbing, sliding or
repositioning the stepladder or ladder. Check beforehand
that the electrical cable of your tool is not damaged.
Stepladders and ladders must always be positioned on
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their feet and not on the step/rung.
Always position a stepladder or ladder as close as
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possible to the work to be carried out.
Always
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