WERKU WK700090 Instrucciones Originales página 2

ENG
ORIGINAL
DECLARATION CONFORMITY.
Werku declares that the WK700090
®
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stool-ladder is in accordance with the
European Standard EN14183:2003.
La Coruña, 01/11/2019
R. Yanez
Werku Tools SA
TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS.
Maximum total load 150 kg
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Total length 89 cm Width 46 cm
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measures 26x38 cm Net weight 4.8 kg.
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INTENDED USE.
This ladder is designed and intended
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for domestic use This ladder is not
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a toy Children should be supervised
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at all times to ensure they do not play
with the ladder Only use the ladder
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as described in these instructions
other use is deemed improper and may
result in damage to property, personal
injury or even death.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS.
In order to use this ladder correctly
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and safely, read this user manual
carefully This user manual must be
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stored in good condition
use, check the following control list:
Check if the ladder has worn, loose
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or missing parts Check if the user
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stickers are on the ladder
the feet protectors are fixed properly
Check if the ladder and locks can
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operate properly Check if all locks and
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hooks are in a good condition
all rivets are in a good condition
if there are ladder parts affected under
corrosion Check if the instructions are
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in a good condition.
BEFORE USE.
Before using this ladder, check if
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all locking mechanisms are working
properly If the mechanisms are not
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working properly, do not use the ladder
Wear tight-fitting clothing, remove
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jewellery and tie long hair back when
using this ladder Always wear suitable
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footwear when climbing this ladder;
flat, dry, treaded, shoes with securely
tied laces are considered appropriate
footwear Doors (but not fire doors or
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similar), windows and areas of entry/
exit should be secured when using
this ladder All distractions should be
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reasonably avoided Always set up
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this ladder so that it is always freely
accessible Ensure that you are fit
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enough to use a ladder
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medical conditions or medication,
alcohol or drug abuse could make ladder
use unsafe When transporting the
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ladder on roof bars or in a truck, ensure
it is suitably placed to prevent damage
Inspect the ladder after delivery and
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before first use to confirm condition and
operation of all parts Visually check
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if the ladder is not damaged and safe
to use at the start of each working day
when the ladder is to be used
periodic inspection is required
the ladder is suitable for the task
not use a damaged ladder
any contamination from the ladder, such
as wet paint, mud, oil or snow
using the ladder, a risk assessment
should be carried out respecting the
legislation in the country of use.
POSITIONING.
Ensure the ladder is fully closed, all
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locks are secured and the ladder is
free from contaminants before moving
to the area of work
Steps 2 close the ladder in a safe work area
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Step Do not move the ladder when opened
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The ladder shall be on an even, level
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and unmovable base
shall never be repositioned from above
When positioning the ladder, take into
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account the risk of collision with the
ladder, e.g. with pedestrians, vehicles
or doors
the work area, such as overhead lines
Any
or other exposed electrical equipment;
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this ladder does not offer insulation or
protection from electrical hazards
ladder shall stand on its feet, not on the
rungs or steps
positioned on slippery surfaces (such
as ice, shiny surfaces or significantly
contaminated solid surfaces) unless
additional effective measures are
Before each taken to prevent the ladder slipping or
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ensuring contaminated surfaces are
sufficiently clean.
Check if USING THE LADDER.
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Do not exceed the maximum total
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load for the type of ladder
overreach; user should keep their belt
Check if buckle (navel) inside the stiles and both
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Check feet: step/rung throughout the task ►Do
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not use this ladder for access to another
level
light work of short duration
conductive ladders for unavoidable live
electrical work
outside in adverse weather conditions,
such as strong wind
against children playing on the ladder
Face the ladder when ascending
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and descending
on the ladder when ascending and
descending
a bridge
on a ladder without regular breaks
(tiredness is a risk)
while using the ladder should be light
and easy to handle
imposes a sideways load on standing
ladders, such as side-on drilling through
solid materials (e.g. brick or concrete)
Maintain a handhold whilst working
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from a ladder or take additional safety
Certain
precautions if you cannot
or use the ladder upside down
base should always sit firmly on the
ground
unattended
objects on the rungs and do not hang
anything on the ladder
descend with deliberate movements
Always maintain 3 points of contact
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with the ladder at all times e.g. two feet
on the same rung and a hand on the
Regular stiles
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Remove
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Only open and
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The ladder
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Identify any electrical risks in
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The ladder shall not be
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Do not
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Ladders should only be used for
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Use non-
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Do not use the ladder
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Take precautions
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Keep a secure grip
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Do not use the ladder as
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Do not spend long periods
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Equipment carried
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Avoid work that
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Never open
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Do not leave an opened ladder
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Do not place tools or other
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Climb and
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Please put the hands around
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WK700090
Ensure the stile when bringing the ladder from
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Do opened to storage position
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step off the side of the ladder
care when closing the ladder to not
Before catch fingers, clothing or hair in the
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mechanism.
REPAIR, MAINTENANCE AND
STORAGE.
Repairs and maintenance shall be
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carried out by a competent person
and be in accordance producer's
instructions
in accordance with the producer's
instructions
and secure before storage or handling
Clean the ladder with a suitable
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proprietary household cleaner and a
soft dry cloth
before storing the ladder
ladder indoors in a dry environment
Do not rest other objects on the ladder
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Store the ladder the correct way
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up; the base should always sit on the
ground.
The REASONS FOR ACCIDENTS.
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The following list of hazards and
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examples of their causes, which is not
exhaustive, are common reasons for
accidents encountered when using
ladders and are the basis on which the
information in this standard has been
developed:
Incorrect positioning of the ladder
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(such as not fully opening a ladder)
Condition of the ladder (such as
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missing anti-slip feet)
conditions (such as unstable soft
ground, sloping ground, slippery
surfaces or contaminated solid surfaces)
Adverse weather conditions (such as
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windy condotions) ►Collision with the
ladder (such as with vehicle or door)
Incorrect choice of ladder (such as
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too short, unsuitable task)
HANDLING
to the work position
closing the ladder
the ladder
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OF USER
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Contaminated rungs or steps
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Unsafe user practices (such as
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climbing 2 rungs at time, sliding down
stiles) STRUCTURAL FAILURE OF
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LADDER
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as damaged stiles, wear) ►Overloading
the ladder
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Unavoidable live working (e. g. fault
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finding) Positioning ladders too close
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to live electrical equipment (such as
overhead power lines)
damaging electrical equipment (such
as covers or protective insulation)
Incorrect selection of type of ladder for
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electrical work.
The
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PICTOGRAMS.
The square pictograms illustrate a
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positive action to be followed and have a
green border, and the round pictograms
illustrate a prohibited action and have a
red border
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Maximum number of user on ladder
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(2) Maximum load (3)
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hinges (4)
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Do not
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Take
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Ladders should be stored
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Fully collapse the ladder
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Dry all parts thoroughly
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Store the
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LOSS OF STABILITY
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Ground
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FROM
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Transferring the ladder
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Opening and
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Carrying items up
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SLIP TRIP AND FALL
Inappropriate footwear
Condition of the ladder (such
ELECTRICAL HAZARDS
Ladders
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Read the instructions (1)
Lubricate
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Inspect ladder feet (5)