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Care and Maintenance
Repair, maintenance and storage
01 Repair and Maintenance
Transport the ladder fully closed and hand carry under arm. With one hand grasp the underside
of the ladder lock release housing on the underside of rung 2 (see figure 1 on page 16), support /
carry the product with your arm straight and steady the ladder with your other hand.
Avoid striking the product against another object. If a stile tube is dented or damaged the ladder
may be difficult to operate or may completely malfunction.
Keep the ladder clean. Wipe the stile tubes occasionally with a clean, dry cloth. Wipe and dry
the product immediately following exposure to wet conditions (e.g. rain). Paint or other 'foreign'
material will impede the telescoping action and must be cleaned off immediately.
If any stiffness in the telescoping action develops, firstly wipe the stile tubes with a clean, dry cloth,
then apply a small amount of silicone spray and wipe any excess off with a clean cloth.
Replace worn (or damaged) stabiliser bar feet and safety grip wall bumpers before they are worn
smooth. Only use genuine original replacement parts to ensure your safety.
Except to replace stabiliser bar feet and safety grip wall bumpers, do not attempt to disassemble
or repair the product yourself. All repairs and other maintenance shall only be carried out by a
competent person in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. For any assistance relating
to this product contact the Customer Helpline.
Repairs and maintenance shall be carried out by a competent person and be in accordance with the
producer's instructions.
NOTE: A competent person is someone who has the skills to carry out repairs or maintenance, e.g.
trained by the manufacturer.
For repair and replacement of parts, e.g. feet, if necessary contact the producer or distributor.
Ladders should be stored in accordance with the producer's instructions.
Ladders made of or using thermoplastic, thermosetting plastic and reinforced plastic materials should be
stored out of direct sunlight.
Ladders made of wood should be stored in a dry place and shall not be coated with opaque and vapour-
tight paints.
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Storage
This ladder is a precision built product and should be handled with care, stored in suitable conditions and
maintained in full working order to continue providing safe and reliable service.
Store the ladder fully closed and vertical, stood upon both its stabiliser bar feet and leant against a vertical
surface.
Always store the ladder indoors. Damp conditions could adversely affect the condition and operation of
the product.
The important considerations when storing a ladder (not in use) should include the following:
• Is the ladder stored away from areas where its condition could deteriorate more rapidly (e.g.
dampness, excessive heat, or exposed to the elements)?
Is the ladder stored in a position which helps it to remain straight (e.g. hung by the stiles on proper
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ladder brackets or laid on a flat clutter free surface)?
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