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Working above 10 metres
. The Microlite
should be secured with a ratchet strap
when accessing a roof above 10 metres.
Wrap the strap around the lower rung
and the lower back bar of the Microlite.
Tighten to secure.
Fit the Microlite while the
ladder is on
the ground.
Feed the ladder
through the Microlite.
Engage hooks
over two rungs.
See
erection pages 6 and 7
for the correct
rung positions.
The 80mm lower hook
allows the
Microlite to fit rung pitches from
250mm to 290mm.
The position of the
rung on the hook will vary according to
the rung pitch.
Engage spring clips
under the lower
of the two rungs. Attach with the back
of the clips facing out to ensure that
springs do not get knocked off.
Fitting
The Ladderfix Microlite is a class one ladder stand off suitable for use with all
popular patterns of ladder (
except C section ladders)
which are properly erected
On firm level ground or with a proper safety base.
Important
Spring adjustment
There
are two settings
for the spring assembly. Choose the one that gives
positive grip with the least tension.
2.
Position spring here for ladder
rung pitches
over
270mm
1. Position spring
here for ladder
rung pitches
under
270mm
Spring Adjustment
Hook
