Altrex Q-Tech 16.7033, Instructions Manual

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General instructions
Safe use of telescopic ladders
WARNING – Falling off a lad -
der can lead to severe injuries
or death. Comply with all safety
measures.
Read the instructions carefully.
After receipt and before each use,
check whether the ladder is not
damaged and is safe to use. Do
not use a damaged ladder.
Maximum total load.
Do not use the ladder on a
surface that is not flat or
sufficiently sturdy.
Do not overreach.
Do not put the ladder on
contaminated ground.
Maximum number of users.
Only access the ladder with your
face facing the ladder.
While using the ladder, hold it
with minimum one hand. Take
extra safety measures if this is
impossible.
Avoid work that entails stressing
the ladder laterally, such as drilling
in hard materials.
While using a ladder, do not
carry heavy or difficult to handle
equipment.
Wear appropriate shoes when
accessing a ladder.
Do not use the ladder if you
are not sufficiently fit. Certain
medical disorders or the use of
medication, alcohol and/or drugs
makes using the ladder unsafe.
WARNING – Risk of electric shocks
Assess all electric risks in the work area, such as wiring and electrical
equipment. Do not use the ladder where such risks exist.
Do not use the ladder as a bridge.
Some ladders are delivered
including one of more stabilizer
beams. Mount this/these beam(s)
before using the ladder.
1. Safety and user instructions for all ladders
Ladder for
professional use