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ORIGINAL
EN131 DECLARATION CONFORMITY.
Werku
declares that the ladder WK700020 is in
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accordance with the European Standard: EN131
(EN131-1, EN131-2, EN131-3 and EN131-4).
La Coruña, 01/11/2019
R. Yanez
Werku Tools SA
TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS.
Aluminum thickness 1.2 mm
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load 150 kg
Steps 4 x 4
Total length 472 cm
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A height 226 cm
Folded height 127 cm
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tance between steps 26 cm.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS.
In order to use this ladder correctly and safely,
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read this user manual carefully
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must be stored in good condition
use, check the following control list:
ladder has worn, loose or missing parts
the user stickers are on the ladder
feet or stabliser are fixed properly
feets or stablizer feets are weared
ladder and locks can operate properly
locks and hooks are in a good condition
if all rivets are in a good condition
are ladder parts affected under corrosion
the instructions are in a good condition.
BEFORE USE.
Ensure that you are fit enough to use a ladder
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Certain medical conditions or medication, alco-
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hol or drug abuse could make ladder use unsafe
When transporting the ladder on roof bars or
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in a truck, ensure it is suitably placed to prevent
damage
Inspect the ladder after delivery and
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before first use to confirm condition and operation
of all parts
Visually check if the ladder is not
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damaged and safe to use at the start of each
working day when the ladder is to be used
professional users, regular periodic inspection is
required
Ensure the ladder is suitable for the
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task
Do not use a damaged ladder
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any contamination from the ladder, such as wet
paint, mud, oil or snow
Before using the ladder
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at work, a risk assessment should be carried out
respecting the legislation in the country of use.
POSITIONING AND ERECTING THE LADDER.
The ladder shall be erected at the correct posi-
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tion, such as the correct angle for a leaning ladder
(angle of inclination approximately 1:4) with the
rungs or treads level and complete opening of a
standing ladder
Locking devices, if fitted, shall
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be fully secured before use
The ladder shall be
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on an even, level and unmovable base
ladder should lean against a flat non-fragile sur-
face and should be secured before use, e.g. tied
or with the use of a suitable device
shall never be repositioned from above
positioning the ladder, take into account the risk
of collision with the ladder, e.g. with pedestrians,
vehicles or doors
Secure doors (not fire exits)
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and windows where possible in the work area
Identify any electrical risks in the work area,
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such as overhead lines or other exposed electrical
equipment
The ladder shall stand on its feet,
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not on the rungs or steps
The ladder shall not
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be positioned on slippery 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.
USING THE LADDER.
Do not exceed the maximum total load for the
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type of ladder
Do not overreach; user should
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keep their belt buckle (navel) inside the stiles and
both feet: step/rung throughout the task
step off a leaning ladder at a higher level without
additional security, such as tying off or suitable
stability device
Do not use standing ladders for
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access to another level
Do not stand on the top
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three steps/rungs of a leaning ladder
stand on the top two steps/rungs of a standing lad-
der without a platform and hand/knee rail
stand on the top four steps/rungs of a standing la-
dder with an extending ladder at the top
should only be used for light work of short duration
Use non-conductive ladders for unavoidable live
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electrical work
adverse weather conditions, such as strong wind
Take precautions against children playing on the
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ladder
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where possible in the work area
ladder when ascending and descending
a secure grip on the ladder when ascending and
descending
Maximum total
Wear suitable footwear when climbing a ladder
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Avoid excessive side loadings e.g. drilling brick
Dis-
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and concrete
ladder without regular breaks (tiredness is a risk)
Leaning ladders used for access to a higher
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level should be extended at least 1 meter above
This user manual
the landing point
Before each
the ladder should be light and easy to handle
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Check if the
Avoid work that imposes a sideways load on
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Check if
standing ladders, such as side-on drilling through
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Check if the
solid materials (e.g. brick or concrete)
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Check if the
a handhold whilst working from a ladder or take
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Check if the
additional safety precautions if you cannot.
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Check if all
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Check
REPAIR, MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE.
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Check if there
Repairs and maintenance shall be carried out
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Check if
by a competent person and be in accordance pro-
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ducer's instructions
accordance with the producer's instructions.
REASONS FOR ACCIDENTS.
The following list of hazards and examples
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of their causes, which is not exhaustive, are
common reasons for accidents encountered when
using ladders and are the basis on which the
information in this standard has been developed:
LOSS OF STABILITY
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of the ladder (such as incorrect angle for leaning
ladder or not fully opening a standing ladder)
For
Slide outwards at the bottom (such as bottom of
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the ladders sliding away from the wall)
falling sideways and top flip (such as overreaching
Remove
or fragile top contact surface)
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ladder (such as missing anti-slip feet)
off an unsecured ladder at height
conditions (such as unstable soft ground, sloping
ground, slippery surfaces or contaminated solid
surfaces)
as windy condotions) ►Collision with the ladder
(such as with vehicle or door)
of ladder (such as too short, unsuitable task)
FROM HANDLING
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to the work position
the ladder
TRIP AND FALL OF USER
A leaning
footwear
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user practices (such as climbing 2 rungs at time,
sliding down stiles)
OF LADDER
The ladder
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When
damaged stiles, wear) ►Overloading the ladder
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ELECTRICAL HAZARDS
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working (e. g. fault finding)
too close to live electrical equipment (such as
overhead power lines)
electrical equipment (such as covers or protective
insulation)
for electrical work.
PICTOGRAMS.
The square pictograms illustrate a positive action
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to be followed and have a green border, and the
round pictograms illustrate a prohibited action and
have a red border
cure top/bottom of ladder (2)
above the landing point (3)
user on ladder (4)
or descending (5)
(6)
Maximum load (7)
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Do not
Inspect ladder feet (9)
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the landing point (10)
(11)
Stabiliser mounting (12)
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safety rung (13)
opening restraint devices are engaged (15)
Do not
Ensure standing ladder is fully opened before
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use (16)
Do not
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Do not use the ladder outside in
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Secure doors (not fire exits) and windows
Face the
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Do not use the ladder as a bridge
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Do not spend long periods on a
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Equipment carried while using
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Maintain
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Ladders should be stored in
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Incorrect positioning
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Condition of the
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Stepping
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Ground
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Adverse weather conditions (such
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Incorrect choice
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Transferring the ladder
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Erecting and dismantling
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Carrying items up the ladder
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Inappropriate
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Contaminated rungs or steps
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STRUCTURAL FAILURE
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Condition of the ladder (such as
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Unavoidable live
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Positioning ladders
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Ladders damaging
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Incorrect selection of type of ladder
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Read the instructions (1)
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Ladder extension
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Maximum number of
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Face ladder when ascending
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Standing ladder safety rung
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Lubricate hinges (8)
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Ladder extension above
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Visual check before use
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Leaning ladders
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Maximum load (14)
Ensure
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Correct erection angle (17)
Operation
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WK700020
Ladders
of hinges (18)
Do not stand on the top tread
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(19)
Only one person per ascendable leg of the
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ladder/stepladder (20)
from contaminants (21)
as a bridge (22)
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descending (23)
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not step off the side of a ladder (25)
when ascending or descending (26)
Keep
top of ladder is correctly positioned (27)
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over-reach (28)
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when transporting ladder (29)
footwear when climbing the ladder (30)
ground is free from contaminants (31)
firm base (32)
Only one person per ascendable
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leg of the ladder/stepladder (33)
base (34)
Do not use the ladder as a bridge (35)
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Ensure opening restraint devices are engaged
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(36)
When positioning ladder take into account
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risk of collision (37)
ladder (38)
Erect on a level base (39)
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climb if your hands are occupied (40)
over-reach (41)
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when transporting ladder (42).
WARRANTY AND TECHNICAL SERVICE.
Apart from the legal guarantee, Werku
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an additional commercial guarantee
mercial guarantee covers the repair of all defects
found due to faults in the materials or manufacture
For this cover to be effective it is necessary for
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these defects to appear within the validity period
The consumer is entitled to free repair of all
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defects that Werku
commercial guarantee (shipping costs, labour costs
and materials included) as chosen by Werku
either via the repair or by replacement (if necessary
with a later model)
does not affect consumer's rights established
by law according to Directive 1999/44/CE
commercial guarantee is valid for 24 months
validity period starts on the date of purchase by the
Side slip,
first consumer
This date is shown on the invoice
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or receipt of purchase
this commercial guarantee expire six months from
the end of the validity period
from this commercial guarantee must be presented
to the distributor or the Technical Assistance
Service
To do so you must present this guarantee
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correctly completed and stamped by the distributor,
together with the sale invoice or receipt
order to require any information in relation to this
commercial guarantee, the buyer and/or distributor
may contact the Technical Assistance Service by
telephone on +34 981 648 119, or by e-mail at
SLIP
info@werku.com
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does not cover defects caused by parts that have
Unsafe
worn out from use other types of natural wear, de-
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fects caused by failure to observe the instructions
for use and operation, or for applications other than
those for which this product is intended, abnormal
environmental factors, overloading, or unsuitable
maintenance or cleaning, faults caused by the use
of spare parts, accessories or replacements that
are not original Werku
been totally or partially disassembled, modified or
repaired by personnel other than that of the Tech-
nical Assistance Service or minimum and irrelevant
irregularities for suitable use or operation
and replacements will not extend or renew the
validity period of this commercial guarantee
replaced parts will become the property of Werku
If the buyer sends the product to the Technical
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Assistance Service, and it fails to comply with
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the conditions of this commercial guarantee, all
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expenses and transportation risks shall be paid by
the buyer
This commercial guarantee is only valid
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within the territory of the European Union
company responsible for the compliance of this
Werku
commercial guarantee is Werku Tools SA.
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TECHNICAL ADVICE.
The technical department of Werku
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disposal to resolve any questions you may have
regarding to its products
our team, send an e-mail to info@werku.com .
Ensure ground is free
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Do not use the ladder
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Face ladder when ascending or
Erect on a level base (24)
Do
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Face ladder
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Ensure
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Do not
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Beware of electrical hazards
Wear suitable
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Ensure
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Erect on a
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Erect on a level
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Do not step off the side of a
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Do not
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Do not
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Beware of electrical hazards
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recognises as included in the
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The
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Actions for claims against
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Any claims arising
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In
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This commercial guarantee
parts, if the product has
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