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2. Safety instructions
2.1 Intended use The pole access ladder is intended solely for the following applications:
• as a climbing aid to gain access to a pole in order to perform work at a specific
maximum height. The maximum height is dependent on the scope of the order (see
order confirmation)
• permissible pole diameter 140 mm - 1000 mm.
• vertical set-up angle (at 90° to the horizontal plane).
• occasional outdoor use.
• use in max. wind strengths of 12 m/s (wind strength 6 on the Beaufort scale).
• work which does not require the use of heavy construction or working materials.
2.2 Improper use Any use not described in Section 2.1 qualifies as improper use. The operator bears sole
liability for any damage arising from such use. In particular, improper use includes the
following:
• permanent, stationary use.
• use on chimneys, walls, trees etc.
• use at more than the specified maximum heights (see the order confirmation).
• use in combination with ladder elements which are not included in the scope of delivery.
• use with an oblique set-up angle (not at 90° to the horizontal plane).
• horizontal use (e.g. to span or cross ditches).
• placing the ladder on boards used to bridge cavities (e.g. ditches, fissures etc.).
• attachment of lifting tackle, hoists etc. to the pole access ladder.
• use in winds of strengths in excess of 12 m/s, storms and thunderstorms.
• unauthorised modifications or repairs to the pole access ladder.
• use of non-original spare parts.
• climbing the pole access ladder without a fall arrester system / fall protection device.
2.3 General safety
instructions
The pole access ladders are designed and built to comply with the technological state-
of-the-art and the recognised rules of safety engineering and based on the following
standards: DIN EN 353 CE0121, DIN 18799-1, DIN EN ISO 14122-4, DIN EN 131.
Nevertheless, danger to the health and safety of personnel and the risk of damage to
property cannot be completely ruled out. Follow these basic rules to prevent dangerous
situations arising:
> Always wear protective clothing (safety helmet, safety gloves, safety shoes) when
working on or with the pole access ladder.
> Never leave the pole access ladder unattended in places accessible to the public.
Cordon off the area immediately surrounding the pole access ladder. Take appropriate
measures to prevent unauthorised use of the pole access ladder.
> When climbing the pole access ladder, always wear a safety harness in accordance
with DIN EN 361 and use a ZAST-OPTIFLEX-R4 safety slide mechanism
[Order No. 47588).
> Read the operating instructions for the ZAST-OPTIFLEX-R4 safety slide
mechanism before commencing work.
> Never load the ladder on only one side. Always distribute loads evenly on the ladder.