Werner 85026 User manual

For models:
Extension Ladder
Telescopic
Soft Close
Instruction Manual
EN 131-6
Instruction Manual
EN 131-6
Product Code Product Description
85026 2.6m, 9 Rungs Telescopic Sof Close Extension Ladder
85029 2.9m, 10 Rungs Telescopic Sof Close Extension Ladder
85032 3.2m, 11 Rungs Telescopic Sof Close Extension Ladder with Stabiliser
85038 3.8m, 13 Rungs Telescopic Sof Close Extension Ladder with Stabiliser

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Leaning Ladder Guide ..............3
Product Identified ..................6
Stabiliser Assembly ................7
(For 3.2m and 3.8m models only)
Operating Guide...................8
Ladder Safety Check ..............10
Guarantee.......................11
CONTENTS

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LEANING LADDER GUIDE
IMPORTANT - Every month, more than a thousand people need
hospital treatment because of accidents at home involving
ladders... ABOVE ALL BE CAREFUL
BEFORE USE
•Read all instructions on and
accompanying the ladder.
•Inspect the ladder after
delivery. Before every use
visually check the ladder is
not damaged and is safe to
use.
•Do not use a damaged ladder.
•Do not use the ladder if you
are not fit enough. Certain
medical conditions or
medication, alcohol or drug
abuse could make ladder
use unsafe.
•Ensure the ladder is suitable for the
task.
•Visually check the ladder
is not damaged and is safe
to use at the start of each
day when the ladder is to be
used.
•Inspect ladder feet.
•For ladders that require a
stabiliser do not use the
ladder until the stabiliser
bar has firstly been fully
attached and secured to the
ladder.
•Do not use the ladder if contaminated,
e.g. with wet paint, mud, oil, water or
snow.
•Prevent damage of the ladder when
transporting e.g. by fastening and
ensure they are suitably placed to
prevent damage.
•For professional users regular periodic
inspection is required.
•For professional use, a risk assessment
shall be carried out respecting the
legislation in the country of use.
•Do not modify the ladder design.
POSITIONING & ERECTING
THE LADDER
•When positioning the ladder, take into
account risk of collision with the ladder
e.g. from pedestrians, vehicles or
doors. Secure doors (not fire exits) and
windows where possible in the work
area.
•Warning! Electricity hazard.
Identify any electrical
risks in the work area,
such as overhead lines or
other exposed electrical
equipment and do not use
the ladder where electrical
risks occur.
EN131
Ladder suitable for
Professional Use
WARNING!
Fall from the ladder

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4x
1x
LEANING LADDER GUIDE
•
Do not erect ladder on
contaminated ground.
Ladders shall not be
positioned on slippery
OI
LH
2O
surfaces (such as ice, shiny surfaces
or significantly contaminated solid
surfaces) unless additional effective
measures are taken to prevent the ladder
slipping or ensuring contaminated
surfaces are sufficiently clean.
•Do not use the ladder on an
unlevel or unfirm base.
•Ladder shall be on an even, level and
unmovable base.
•Do not lean the ladder
against unsuitable surfaces.
Leaning ladder should lean
against a flat non-fragile
surface and should be
secured before use e.g. tied
or use of a suitable stability
device.
•Only use the ladder in the
direction as indicated.
UP
•Ladder shall be erected at
the correct position, such
as the correct angle for a
leaning ladder (angle of
inclination approximately
1:4) with the rungs or treads
level.
65-75º
•All locking mechanisms for
all extended rungs/steps
shall be checked and be
locked before use.
•Ladder should be stood on its feet, not
the rungs or steps.
•Leaning ladders with steps,
shall be used that the steps
are in a horizontal position.
•Secure ladder at the top and bottom
wherever possible. If not, station
someone at the foot of the ladder.
•Do not move a ladder while standing
on it.
•Ladder shall never be repositioned from
above.
USING THE LADDER
•Do not exceed the maximum
total load (load includes
users, tools, materials, etc.). max.
150
kg
•Maximum number of users
on the ladder.
max. 1
•Do not wear unsuitable
footwear when climbing a
ladder.
•Do not ascend or descend
unless you are facing the
ladder.
•Keep a secure grip on the
ladder when ascending
and descending. Maintain
3 points of contact whilst
working from a ladder
or take additional safety
precautions if you cannot.
•Do not stand on the top four
steps/rungs of a leaning
ladder.
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4

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LEANING LADDER GUIDE
•Do not stand on the last
metre of a telescopic ladder
1 m
•Do not overreach, user
should keep their belt buckle
(navel) inside the stiles and
both feet on the same step/
rung throughout the task.
•Avoid work that imposes a
sideways load on ladders,
such as side-on drilling
through solid materials.
•Do not carry equipment which
is heavy or difficult to handle
whilst using a ladder.
KG
•Equipment carried while using a ladder
should be light and easy to handle.
•Leaning ladders used for
access to a higher level shall
be extended at least 1m
above the landing point and
secured if necessary.
•Use non-conductive ladders for
unavoidable electrical work.
•Secure doors (not fire exits) and
windows where possible in the work
area.
•Do not use the ladder outside in
adverse weather conditions, such as
strong wind.
•When outdoors, be cautious in windy
conditions.
•Ladders should only be used for light
work of a short duration.
•Do not spend long periods on the
ladder without regular breaks (tiredness
is a risk).
•Do not use the ladder as a
bridge.
•Do not bring your hands/
fingers in rung area (area
of shearing) when bringing
the ladder in to its possible
position of use.
•Take precautions against children
playing on the ladder.

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PRODUCT INDENTIFIED
1Support Ring
2Rung
3Lock Indicator
4Lock Release
5Wall Bumper
6Bottom Rung
7Stabiliser Bar
8Push-on End Caps
1Support Ring
2Rung
3Lock Indicator
4Lock Release
5Wall Bumper
6Bottom Rung
1
5
3
8
7
4
6
22
5
3
4
1
6
22
2.6m & 2.9m models
3.2m & 3.8m models

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1
Fasten the two push-on end caps (B) to
the stabiliser bar (A) using the supplied
self-tapping screws (D).
2
Ensure that the locking pin snaps in
place through the hole in the aluminium
profile (C).
3
Firmly tighten the two screws (C)
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STABILISER ASSEMBLY
2. TOOLS REQUIRED
1. CONTENTS
3. ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
For the 3.2m or 3.8m model that is supplied with a
stabiliser bar - DO NOT use the ladder until the stabiliser
bar has rstly been fully assembled and secured to the
ladder.
PH2
AStabiliser
Bar x 1
BPush-on End
Caps x 2
CM8x25
Screws x 2
DØ3x15
Self-tapping
Screws x 2

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OPERATING GUIDE
1
Place the ladder with both feet on the
ground such that you are facing the
lock indicators and that you can see the
buttons clearly. This is also the correct
side to use when climbing the ladder.
2
When extending the ladder, place one
foot on the bottom rung to stabilise the
ladder and pull upward the top two
support rings until the section locks.
Repeat this procedure until the ladder is
fully extended.
3
If you do not intend to use the entire
length of the ladder, extend the ladder
to the desired length leaving the rungs
that have not been extended grouped at
the top.
4
Check and ensure that all extended
rungs are fully locked and that the lock
indicators are showing full green.
Never attempt to use or climb the ladder
if any of the lock indicators below each
extended rung are showing full red.
IMPORTANT – Read all instructions carefully before setting
up and using the ladder.The ladder should be inspected
after delivery and before every use to conrm condition
and operating of all parts.

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OPERATING GUIDE
5
Note the sloped shape of the ladder feet and
location of the wall bumper square pads and
then place the extended ladder forwards
and at an angle of 75 degrees to the ground
and supported at the top.
You can verify this by placing your feet in
front of the ladder’s feet and firmly holding
the ladder.
90°
75°
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Never stand on the top four rungs and
hold on to the stiles firmly for your own
safety and comfort. When using the
ladder in a partially extended state (with
the unextended section on top), do not
place your feet higher than the fifth rung
from the top (the unextended section is
considered the first rung).
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To close the ladder, support the ladder
in an upright position with one hand and
depress and then release both ladder
lock release buttons with the other hand.
Place one foot on the bottom rung to
stabilise the ladder and guide the rungs
downwards with both hands.
Ensure that your hands are more than
two rungs apart so that they do not get
caught between rungs.
8
Transport the ladder fully closed and
hand carry under arm with one hand
hold the handle that is underside of the
second rung.

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LADDER SAFETY CHECK
1. REPAIR, MAINTENANCE & STORAGE
• Repairs and maintenance shall be
carried out by a competent person
and be in accordance with the
producer’s instructions.
• Ladders should be stored in
accordance with the producer’s
instructions.
• Replacement spare parts are
available to order online at
wernerco.com.
2. LIST OF ITEMS TO BE INSPECTED
For regular inspections, the following
items shall be taken into account-
CHECK:
The stiles/legs (uprights) are not
bent, bowed, twisted, dented,
cracked, corroded or rotten.
The stiles/legs around the fixing
points for other components are in
good condition.
The fixings (usually rivets, screws
or bolts) are not missing, loose or
corroded.
The rungs/steps are not missing,
loose, excessively worn, corroded or
damaged.
The hinges between the front and
rear sections are not damaged, loose
or corroded.
The locking stays horizontal, back
rails and corner braces are not
missing, bent, loose, corroded or
damaged.
The rung hooks are not missing,
damaged, loose or corroded and
engage properly on the rungs.
The guide brackets are not missing,
damaged, loose or corroded and
engage properly on the mating stile.
The ladder feet/end caps are not
missing, loose, excessively worn,
corroded or damaged.
The entire ladder is free from
contaminants (e.g. dirt, mud, paint,
oil or grease).
The rung locking catches are not
damaged, sticking or jammed and
are functioning correctly.
If any of the above checks cannot be fully
satisfied, you should NOT use the ladder.
IMPORTANT – Professional users and equipment
providers to professional users (e.g. employers) should
engage in proper training such as the ladder association
ladder inspection course. Please contact the customer
helpline on 01621 745 900 for more information.

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3. STORAGE
The important considerations when
storing a ladder (not in use) should
include the following:
Is the ladder stored away from areas
where it’s condition could deteriorate
more rapidly e.g. dampness,
excessive heat, or exposed to the
elements?
Is the ladder stored in a position
which helps it remain straight e.g.
hung by the stiles on proper ladder
brackets or laid on a flat clutter free
surface?
Is the ladder stored where it cannot
be damaged by vehicles, heavy
objects, or contaminants?
Is the ladder stored where it
cannot cause a trip hazard or an
obstruction?
Is the ladder stored securely where
it cannot be easily used for criminal
purposes?
If the ladder is permanently
positioned (e.g. on scaffolding),
is it secured against unauthorised
climbing (e.g. by children)?
LADDER SAFETY CHECK
GUARANTEE
Guarantee includes faults arising from
defects in workmanship or materials
except for -
• Ordinary wear and tear of the
product.
• Damage caused by misuse or
abuse of the product.
• Damage caused by failure to
comply with all written warnings and
instructions for the product.
• Damage caused by an attempted
repair of the product.
Material - means a material or
component used by Werner UK Sales &
Distribution Ltd. in the manufacture of
the product.
Workmanship - means the handling,
assembly and manufacturing
processes performed by or on behalf of
Werner UK Sales & Distribution Ltd. in
order to manufacture the product.

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