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INSTRUCTIONS FOR
LADDERS AND STEPLADDERS
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INSTRUCTIONS FOR
LADDERS AND STEPLADDERS

INSTRUCTIONS FOR LADDERS
AND STEPLADDERS
Congratulations on your purchase of an Altrex
stepladder or ladder. The well-considered details ensure
that an Altrex stepladder or ladder is easy to use. Some
instructions relate specically to either a stepladder or
ladder. Should that be the case, this is clearly stated.
Before using the stepladder or ladder, read these
instructions carefully! Save these instructions in
case they are needed for future reference. Also
study the illustrations/pictograms that are shown on
the product itself.
THE SAFE USE OF A STEPLADDER
OR LADDER
• Remain alert. Concentrate when climbing a stepladder
or ladder and never do so under the inuence of
alcohol, medication or substances that may aect your
ability to react.
• Should you transport the stepladder or ladder, ensure
that this is folded up and make sure that the stepladder
or ladder is properly supported and xed in place.
• Upon receipt of the stepladder or ladder, check the
condition and operation of all parts. Make sure that all
parts (including the feet and end caps) are present
• Every time before use, inspect the stepladder or ladder
for any defects, such as deformation or wear.
• Stepladders and ladders that are used in a professional
capacity must be inspected periodically by an expert.
• Every time before using the ladder or stepladder, make
sure that it is suitable for its intended use. Only use the
stepladder or ladder for the purpose for which it has
been made. Do not use the stepladder or ladder as
scaolding or a gantry, etc. Only use a stepladder when
it is free-standing.
• Never climb a stepladder that is placed against a wall.
• Never use a damaged or broken stepladder or ladder.
Temporary repairs are not permitted. Make sure that
any damage to a stepladder or ladder is repaired as
soon as possible by a professional in this eld, in any
case before it is used again.
BEFORE USE
• As far as possible, ensure that the stepladder or ladder
is free from contamination by substances such as wet
paint, mud, snow and oil.
• Prior to use, carry out a risk analysis should you be
obliged/required to do so by local or national legislation
and regulations.
• Maintain a stepladder or ladder in accordance with the
instructions.
• Dispose of stepladders or ladders if they are broken,
worn-out or irreparable.
• A ladder has to be positioned in such a way that
the distance from the foot of the ladder to the wall is
approximately equal to a quarter of the operational
length of the ladder. The set-up angle will then be circa
75° (the standing surfaces of the rungs will thus be
horizontal at this angle, gure 1).
• Before use, check that the stepladder/combination
ladder has been fully folded out.
- In a stepladder, this is ensured by clicking the
platform into place and/or by folding out a push-
resistant locking stay (between the front and rear
sections of the stepladder).
- In a combination ladder, this is ensured by
allowing the ladder to click into place properly in the
combination hook (gure 2). The ladder must always
be folded up before being moved. Do not move the
ladder when in combination position, this can result in
the locking pin shooting out of the combination hook
- In addition, the metal locking stay can be fastened
(if present, gure 3). If there are belts between the
ladder sections, these should be taut. The design of
the locking stay will vary between models.
• Always stand the stepladder or ladder on a rm, stable,
horizontal surface, which is not slippery.
This will ensure that the feet of the stepladder or ladder
cannot sink into the ground and/or slip away. Therefore,
do not place the stepladder or ladder on tables, boxes,
crates or other unstable surfaces, such as muddy soil or
loose sand.
POSITIONING AND/OR ERECTING
A STEPLADDER OR LADDER

• Position a ladder in such a way that each of its four
points are adequately supported by a rm bearing
surface, therefore never against a window, against
circular or narrow pillars or against corners, unless
modied accessories are used for that purpose. Satisfy
yourself that the ladder is suciently stable and/or, if
required, is secured to ensure it cannot slip.
• A stepladder or ladder may never be repositioned if
somebody is standing on a step/platform or rung, or
from a position that is higher than the platform or the
end of the ladder.
• Take extra precautions if the stepladder or ladder has
to be positioned in front of a door opening, an opening
window or in a corridor, etc. Make sure that nobody can
walk against or under the stepladder.
• Never position an aluminium stepladder or ladder
within a range of 2.5 m from non-insulated electrical
components of low-voltage installations and networks
which are under live current. Never position aluminium
stepladders or ladders in the vicinity of components of
high-voltage installations.
• Take care when using electrical equipment. Aluminium
stepladders/ladders conduct electric current. Always
take precautions so that a power cable cannot become
trapped or become caught when climbing, sliding
or repositioning the stepladder or ladder. Check
beforehand that the electrical cable of your tool is not
damaged.
• Stepladders and ladders must always be positioned on
their feet and not on the step/rung.
• Always position a stepladder or ladder as close as
possible to the work to be carried out.
POSITIONING AND/OR ERECTING
A STEPLADDER OR LADDER CONT.
• When using a combination ladder as an extending
ladder, ensure that your feet do not catch in any nylon
belts that are present.
• By preference, slide an extending ladder out against a
wall up to the required height.
• Ensure for multi-section ladders that the hooks
properly grip onto or under (rope-operated ladders) the
rungs.
• Check the locking of the various ladder sections before
climbing the ladder (gure 4).
• The hooks are tted with a locking catch. Always lock
this locking catch and unlock it only for sliding the
sections in and out. The locking catch is to ensure that
the ladder does not slide out by accident.
• Make sure that it is only possible to climb the ladder
from the extended side (except for rope-operated
ladders).
• Make sure that the correct sequence is followed when
sliding out the ladder: unlock the upper section of the
ladder, slide it out to the required height and then lock
it into place. If the ladder has 3 sections, repeat this
procedure with the middle section.
• Always slide in the middle section of the ladder rst of
all (unlock, slide in, lock) and then the upper section of
the ladder (unlock, slide in, lock). Pay particular attention
to ensuring that the ladder sections are locked and
unlocked at the right time.
• When the rope-operated ladder is used, the loose end
of the lifting cord should be secured (when in the in-use
position) to at least two rungs, where possible vertically
below the lifting installation.
EXTENDING LADDER, ROPE-OPERATED
LADDER (OR COMBINATION LADDER
AS AN EXTENDING LADDER)

• Never load a stepladder or ladder in excess of 150 kg
(= a person climbing the stepladder or ladder including
any “baggage”).
• When carrying out work, always keep both feet on a
step/rung of the stepladder or ladder and always face
the ladder/stepladder. Never stand, for example, with
just one foot on the stepladder or ladder and the other
foot resting on a window frame. Never reach or lean too
far to the side when working on a stepladder or ladder
(max. 1 arm length). If the centre of gravity is moved
from the centre of the stepladder or ladder, this can
become unstable and can collapse (rule of thumb: keep
your navel between the uprights of the stepladder or
ladder). If necessary, reposition the stepladder or ladder
more frequently.
• Do not use a stepladder or combination ladder (in the
A position) to access other (higher) levels.
• Only use the ladder (single, extending, rope- operated)
to access a higher level with safety devices in place (for
example, ladder safety step to access a roof/securing to
an object).
• Never step sideways o a ladder.
• Never climb a ladder any higher than the red rung
or never higher than the 4th rung from the top (the
maximum safe standing height, gure 5).
• Never climb a stepladder without a supporting bracket
higher than the 3rd step from the top. • Always climb
a ladder in the A position on the side on which the
standing position of the rung is horizontal, therefore, not
on the side with arched beams or the stabiliser (gure 7).
• Never stand astride the ladder (gure 8).
• For a 3-section combination ladder, the following applies:
- Never slide a 3-section ladder in the A position out
further than the red rung to the hinge point (gure 3).
- Never climb a 3-section ladder in the A position
further than to the hinge point (gure 6).
• Stepladder/ladders may only be used for light work
and for short periods of time.
• If there is an unavoidable risk of direct contact with
electricity, do not use this stepladder or ladder!
USE OF THE STEPLADDER OR LADDER
• Do not use a stepladder or ladder outdoors in
high winds (force 6) or other unfavourable weather
conditions.
• Never leave a stepladder or ladder unsupervised that
has already been set up for use. Think about (playing)
children.
• When possible, close windows and doors (not
emergency exits) in the immediate vicinity of the work.
• Climb the stepladder or ladder when you have at
least one hand free. When ascending/descending the
stepladder or ladder, hold on properly. This should
always be done while facing the stepladder or ladder.
• Do not use the stepladder or ladder as a bridge from
which work is carried out.
• Wear sensible footwear to avoid slipping and/or painful
knocks.
• Do not stand on a stepladder or ladder for long
periods without taking regular breaks. Tiredness is a risk!
• Use a ladder of the correct length. The ladder should
project by at least one metre above the required
standing or step-over height (gure 9).
• Any tools that are used while standing on a stepladder
or ladder have to be light and easy to use.
• Avoid any work that could cause sideways pressure on
the stepladder/combination ladder, such as drilling into
hard stone. This can cause the stepladder/combination
ladder to tip over.
• While working, hold onto the stepladder or ladder with
at least one hand, or take precautions if it is not possible
to hold on.
• No more than one person should stand on a
stepladder or ladder at the same time.
• Never stand on the supporting bracket of the
stepladder.
• Never reposition the stepladder or ladder while
somebody is standing on it.
• Never use a stepladder back to front or upside down.
Only climb a single-sided stepladder on one side. Never
stand on the rear frame! The side which can be climbed

is recognisable by the horizontal steps. A double-sided
stepladder can be climbed from either side.
• Never use a ladder back to front or upside down. The
position of the ladder will be evident from the standing
surfaces of the rungs that should be horizontal.
• Some ladders are tted with a stabiliser which is
supplied separately. Fit this, prior to use, in accordance
with the enclosed instructions.
USE OF THE STEPLADDER OR LADDER CONT.
This Altrex product has been designed, manufactured
and tested with the greatest care. Should this product
be used in accordance with the instructions and its
intended use, a warranty will apply under the following
conditions (the warranty period is indicated on the
sticker at the side of our products):
1) Altrex guarantees the reliability of the product and the
quality of the materials used for the product.
2) We will rectify any defects that are covered by the
warranty by replacing the defective part, or the product
itself, or by supplying a part for replacement.
3) Not covered by the warranty are any defects that
occur as a result of the following:
a) Use of the product contrary to its intended use or
contrary to the instructions for use
b) Normal wear and tear of the product.
c) Assembly or repair by the client or by third parties
(with the exception of tting the spare parts provided
by Altrex as indicated above under point 2).
d) Any modied governmental regulations concerning
the nature or quality of the material used in the
product.
4) Any defects that are found upon the delivery of the
product should be reported immediately to Altrex.
Should notication of these defects not take place
immediately, the warranty will be null and void. To make
a claim under the warranty, Altrex or your Altrex dealer
has to be provided with the proof of purchase.
5) Any defects of the product have to be reported to
Altrex or your Altrex dealer as soon as possible, but in
any case within 14 days of the defect being found.
6) a) Should a claim be made under the warranty
conditions, Altrex has to have the opportunity to be
able to investigate the product in its Quality Centre. The
client must make the product available for this purpose.
Should it be established during the investigation that
the product has been used incorrectly, the costs of the
investigation will be charged to the client.
• Never wear baggy clothing or jewellery. These could
become caught when ascending or descending the
stepladder or ladder which could lead to a fall.
• Frequently check that the feet are not worn. Worn feet
may damage the support surface, or can result in the
stepladder or ladder slipping.
• In the interest of personal safety, only use accessories
or aids that have been recommended by Altrex.
• Do not leave any tools or other equipment at the
bottom of the stepladder or ladder which you might trip
over.
• Should a stepladder or ladder weigh more than 25kg,
this should be lifted by two people.
• Store the ladder/stepladder in a dry place, out of the
full sun, and far away from work which could potentially
damage the ladder/stepladder (i.e. welding, grinding,
demolition work, etc.).
ADDITIONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WHEN
USING STEPLADDERS/LADDERS
Replacement parts supplied by Altrex must be
assembled on the correct Altrex product and in the
same way as the part that is replaced. Assembly
(attachment) and/or repair is eectuated at the own risk
and expense of the client. Altrex is not liable for damage
caused by incorrect assembly and/or repair.
Against payment, Altrex can be called in for the repair
of your product, and/or the assembly of the parts in
question.
ASSEMBLY AND/OR REPAIR OR
REPLACEMENT PARTS
WARRANTY CLAIMS

b) Should the client ask for an investigation to be carried
out by an independent institute, the costs for this
investigation are at the expense of the client should it
be established during the investigation that the product
has been used incorrectly. The costs of the investigation
are also at the expense of the client if, prior to this
investigation, Altrex oered to repair or to replace the
product at no charge to the client.
WARRANTY CLAIMS CONT. • Check that xings (usually rivets, screws or bolts) are
not missing, loose, or corroded.
• Check that treads are not missing, loose, excessively
worn, corroded or damaged.
• Check that the hinges between front and rear sections
are not damaged, loose or corroded.
• Check that the locking stays, horizontal back rails and
corner braces are not missing, bent, loose, corroded or
damaged.
• Check that rubber feet are not missing, loose,
excessively worn, corroded or damaged.
• Check that the entire stepladder is free from
contaminants (e.g. dirt, mud, paint, oil or grease).
• Check that the platform (if tted) has no missing
parts or xings and is not damaged or corroded.
Note: If any of the above Checks cannot be fully
satised you should NOT use the stepladder.
• Check that the stiles (uprights) are not bent, bowed,
twisted, dented, cracked, corroded or rotten.
• Check that the stiles around the xing points and other
components are in good condition.
• Check that xings (usually rivets, screws or bolts) are
not missing, loose, or corroded.
• Check that rungs are not missing, loose, excessively
worn, corroded or damaged.
• Check that the rung hooks are not missing, damaged,
loose or corroded and engage properly on the rungs.
• Check that guide brackets are not missing, damaged,
loose or corroded and engage properly on the mating
stile.
• Check that rubber feet / end caps are not missing,
loose, excessively worn, corroded or damaged.
• Check that the entire ladder is free from contaminants
(e.g. dirt, mud, paint, oil or grease).
• Check that locking catches (if tted) are not damaged
or corroded and function correctly.
Note: If any of the above Checks cannot be fully
satised you should NOT use the ladder.
CHECKLIST INSPECTION AND CHECKS
BEFORE USE
LADDERS
• Check that the front stiles and rear legs are not bent,
bowed, twisted, dented, cracked, corroded or rotten.
• Check that the stiles / legs around the xing points and
other components are in good condition.
STEPLADDERS