Rev. 9/15/2016
COLV-7, MANUAL
Copyright 2016 Vestil Manufacturing Co.
Page 2 of 8
Signal Words:
This manual uses SIGNAL WORDS to indicate the likelihood of personal injuries, as well as the
probable seriousness of those injuries if the product is misused. Other signal words call attention to uses of
the product likely to cause property damage. The signal words used appear below along with the meaning of
each word.
Identifies a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, WILL result in DEATH or
SERIOUS INJURY. Use of this signal word is limited to the most extreme situations.
Identifies a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, COULD result in DEATH or
SERIOUS INJURY.
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, COULD result in MINOR or
MODERATE injury.
Identifies practices likely to result in product or property damage, such as operation that
might damage the product.
Safe use recommendations:
Vestil strives to identify foreseeable hazards associated with the use of its products. However, no
manual can address every conceivable risk.
If this product is used improperly or carelessly, the operator and/or bystanders might sustain
serious personal injuries. ALWAYS use the product properly:
Failure to read and understand the entire manual before installing, using or servicing the product
constitutes misuse
. Read the manual to refresh your understanding of proper use and maintenance
procedures.
DO NOT exceed the maximum rated load.
Inspect the unit as described in the “Inspections & Maintenance” section of this manual. DO NOT
continue to use the crossover ladder if structural damage is discovered during the inspection. Examples of
structural damage include: 1) severely bent or damaged risers (steps); 2) bent or severely damaged
handrails; 3) cracked welds; 4) damaged fasteners, particularly those used to fasten the step segments to
the deck; 5) extreme corrosion. Immediately tag the ladder “Out of service”. DO NOT use it until it is restored
to normal condition. ONLY install manufacturer-approved replacement parts.
DO NOT use the ladder if any unusual noise or movement is observed when weight is applied to it.
Instead, remove the unit from service and notify maintenance personnel about the issue.
DO NOT put the unit into service until it is securely fastened to the floor with
1
/
2
” anchor bolts of
appropriate length (determined by your building engineer).
DO NOT store articles on the steps or deck of this unit.
DO NOT remove or obscure any label. All product labels must be easily readable. Replace missing,
damaged, or faded labels.
DO NOT modify this crossover ladder in any way. Unauthorized modifications automatically void the
limited warranty (see p. 8) and might make the table unsafe to use.
