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Positioning and/or erecting a telescopic ladder/folding ladder
A telescopic ladder/folding ladder in ladder position has to be positioned in such a way that the distance
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from the foot of the telescopic ladder/folding ladder to the wall is approximately equal to a quarter of the
operational length of the telescopic ladder/folding ladder. The set-up angle will then be circa 75° (figure
1).
Always stand the telescopic ladder/folding ladder on a firm, stable, horizontal surface, which is not
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slippery. This will ensure that the feet of the telescopic ladder/folding ladder cannot sink into the ground
and/or slip away. Therefore, do not place the telescopic ladder/folding ladder on tables, boxes, crates or
other unstable surfaces, such as muddy soil or loose sand.
Position a telescopic ladder/folding ladder in ladder position 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 telescopic ladder/folding ladder is sufficiently stable and/ or, if required, is secured to ensure it
cannot slip.
A telescopic ladder/folding ladder may never be repositioned if somebody is standing on a platform
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or rung, or from a position that is higher than the platform or the end of the telescopic ladder/folding
ladder.
Take extra precautions if the telescopic ladder/folding ladder has to be positioned in front of a door
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opening, an opening window or in a corridor, etc. Make sure that nobody can walk against or under the
telescopic ladder/folding ladder.
Never position an aluminium telescopic ladder/folding ladder within a range of 2.5 m from non-insulated
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electrical components or low-voltage installations and networks which are under live current. Never
position aluminium telescopic ladder/folding ladders in the vicinity of components of high-voltage
installations.
Take care when using electrical equipment. Aluminium telescopic ladders/folding ladders conduct
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electric current. Always take precautions so that a power cable cannot become trapped or become caught
when climbing, sliding or repositioning the telescopic ladder/folding ladder. Check beforehand that your
tool's electrical cable is not damaged.
Telescopic ladders/folding ladders must always be positioned on their feet and not on the step/rung.
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Always position a telescopic ladder/folding ladder as close as possible to the work to be carried out.
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Do not operate the hinges when someone is standing on the folding ladder.
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Do not operate the catches when someone is standing on the telescopic ladder.
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Do not climb folding ladders erected in the 'M' or 'Z' configurations. These configurations are intended
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solely for the use of the folding ladder as a worktable (figure 6).
Do not stand on the horizontal wall support section of the folding ladder (figure 6).
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Verify that all hinges are locked before climbing the folding ladder. Clean the hinges at regular intervals;
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make sure they always move easily by lubricating them, for example, with PTFE spray.
Visually check that all steps/rungs are locked before climbing the telescopic ladder. This can be checked
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on the basis of the catches (fig. 13A).
Folding ladders that can be used in the scaffolding configuration (except for 4 x 4 versions) must be fitted
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with a suitable platform prior to use. This platform is available from the manufacturer. Always verify that
this platform is correctly positioned, also after relocating the folding ladder (figure 7).
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