Clarke FPL2 Instruction Manual

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MODEL NO: FPL2
PART No: 3500215
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE
INSTRUCTIONS
3-in-1 Aluminium Folding Ladder
3-in-1 Aluminium Folding Ladder
This product conforms with regulation EN131

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Thank you for purchasing this CLARKE 3-in-1 Aluminium Folding Ladder.
Before attempting to use the ladder, please read this manual thoroughly and follow the
instructions carefully. In doing so you will ensure the safety of yourself and that of others
around you, and you can look forward to the ladder giving you long and satisfactory service.
Specifications
Model No: .................................................... FPL2
Part No: ........................................................ 3500215
Weight: ......................................................... 12Kg
Maximum Load: .......................................... 150Kg
SERVICE TEL: [phone]
or e-mail as follows:
SERVICE: [email protected]
Warning
NEVER ASCEND ABOVE THE HINGE OR PIVOT POINT OF FOLDING LADDERS

CLARKE GUARANTEE
This CLARKE product is guaranteed against faulty manufacture for a period
of 12 months from the date of purchase. Please keep your receipt as proof
of purchase.
This guarantee is invalid if the product is found to have been abused or
tampered with in any way, or not used for the purpose for which it was
intended.
Faulty goods should be returned to their place of purchase, no product
can be returned to us without prior permission.
This guarantee does not effect your statutory rights.
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Assembly
Tools Required: 2 x 10mm spanners
Stabiliser bars x 2, complete with rubber feet (Fig. 1a) are removed for packing and transport
purposes only, both stabilisers must be fitted before attempting to use the ladder. To assemble
the ladder, refer to fitting instruction label on stabiliser bars.
Loosely fit all 4 bolts allowing the stabiliser to move slightly from side to side, centralise the
stabiliser and tighten locknuts, DO NOT overtighten, (the bolt thread should just be visible,
see Fig. 1b).
NOTE: all 8 bolts must be used to secure stabiliser bars to the ladder (4 in each stabiliser).
DO NOT overtighten the bolts, as doing so will crush the aluminium sections, and possibly
render the ladder unserviceable.
Replacement rubber feet are available from your nearest Clarke dealer.
Part number: JR20001.
Approx 1 full thread
protruding through the
locknut Fig. 1b
Please note that the details and specifications contained herein, are correct at the time of going to print. However,
CLARKE International reserve the right to change specifications at any time without prior notice.
Fig. 1b
Fig. 1a
Stabilisers
Fitting Instructions
Fittings

Safety Precautions
WARNING:
As with all machinery, there are certain hazards involved with their operation
and use. Exercising respect and caution will considerably lessen the risk of
personal injury. However, if normal safety precautions are overlooked or
ignored, personal injury to the operator or damage to property, may result.
1. ALWAYS learn the ladders applications, limitations and the specific potential hazards
peculiar to it. Read and become familiar with the entire user and operating
instructions.
2. ALWAYS check ladder for damage etc before using it, any damage, should be
checked to ensure that the ladder will operate correctly, and perform its intended
function safely. If in doubt, DO NOT use the ladder. Consult your local dealer.
3. ALWAYS keep ladder rungs clean and dry.
4. ALWAYS ensure the ladder is standing on a firm and level surface, also ensure the
ladder is safely secured, preferably at the top and bottom.
5. ALWAYS keep work area clean. Cluttered areas invite accidents.
6. ALWAYS maintain your ladder in top condition.
7. ALWAYS keep children away. All visitors should be kept a safe
distance from the work area, especially if using
chainsaws etc.
8. ALWAYS concentrate on the job in hand, no matter
how trivial it may seem. Be aware that accidents are
caused by carelessness due to familiarity.
9. ALWAYS keep your proper footing and balance at all
times, don’t over-reach. For best footing, wear rubber soled
footwear. Keep floors clear of oil, scrap wood, etc.
10. ALWAYS wear any safety equipment, such as hard hat, work
gloves and goggles etc if the task being carried out requires
them.
11. ALWAYS exercise extra care when raising ladders especially
beneath high voltage cables etc.
12. ALWAYS extend the ladder by at least 1.10m above any
landing place.
13. ALWAYS ensure the ladder leans at an angle of approximately
75º from horizontal (1m out for each 4m height).²)
13. ALWAYS ensure as comfortable position as possible before
commencing work.
14. ALWAYS keep a secure grip.
15. NEVER use the ladder whilst under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
16. NEVER stand on the top rail of a step ladder.
17. NEVER ascend above the hinge point when used as a stairwell ladder.
SAFETY FIRST ALWAYS
Any signs of fatigue, especially in the legs and feet etc, try changing position to regain a
comfortable position, if that fails to relieve any symptoms of tiredness or fatigue, descend
the ladder and take a rest break, DO NOT climb ladder again until completely ready.
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Handling The Ladder
Always exercise care when handling the ladder, especially when lifting out of car boot etc,
When the ladder is fully folded, always carry the ladder by lifting from the bottom Fig. 2a,
Lifting from the top Fig. 2b, causes the ladder to open, making it almost impossible to lift.
Fig. 2a
HEALTH AND SAFETY
ALWAYS when lifting, regardless of weight
keep your back straight and your knees
bent.
Maintenance
Other than keeping your ladder clean and damage free, all that is required is to periodically
apply a spot of light machine oil to the hinges/locks as shown below Fig. 3, do not flood
with oil, any excess oil must be wiped off immediately.
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Fig. 2b
Fig. 3 Stabilising Bar
Fig. 4
WARNING
The ladder must not be used with the
stabilising bar removed (Fig. 4).
NOTE: stabiliser bars can be removed for transport and storage purposes only. This is done
by removing four securing nuts bolts and washers, if removed often, consideration must be
given to replacing the nuts as these are nyloc and will lose their locking ability.

Using Ladder
Before attempting to use your ladder, familiarise yourself with the operation of the hinges
and locks etc.
When using the ladder, ALWAYS make a visual check that ALL hinges have latched into the
locked position (Fig. 5).
To open the ladder into the desired configuration, where possible, lay the folded ladder on
a flat surface, open one section at a time by pulling open until a loud click is heard, the
hinges on that section are now in locked position, visually check both locks (Fig. 5).
If this section needs to be opened further to next locking position, release both locks by
pulling the unlocking levers (Fig. 7), one at a time until the locks latch in the unlocked
position, this section can now be closed again or opened further to the next stage, again
check both hinges have locked.
Repeat above procedure on the other sections until the desired configuration is achieved.
UNLOCKED LOCKED
Fig. 5
When finished with the
ladder, close one
section at a time until
completely folded, and
store safely.
Fig. 7Fig. 6
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Ladder Configurations
WARNING
Irrespective of configuration used, ALL hinges MUST be locked see Fig. 5.
Always ensure the ladder/platform is safely secured before attempting to use it.
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IMPORTANT
A deck, part number : 3500216 is available from your nearest Clarke dealer, for
platform configurations G, H or I . Under no circumstances must the ladder be used
as a platform without the deck, this is a safety requirement, and must be adhered
to at all times.