KRAUSE Platform Ladder User Manual

: August 20, 2024
: KRAUSE

Table of Contents

KRAUSE Platform Ladder
Product Usage Instructions
Frequently Asked Questions
Intended use:
Assembly / Use
6.1 General safety information
6.2.Using the ladder as a platform ladder
Maintenance/Servicing:
Storage
Packaging/Disposal
References
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KRAUSE Platform Ladder

Product Specifications

Brand: Krause
Model: Platform ladder
Weight Capacity: Up to 150 kg
Material: Aluminum
Height Options: 1 x 5 to 2 x 8 steps

Product Usage Instructions

Assembly

Make sure to follow the assembly instructions provided in the user manual.

Safety Precautions

Before using the platform ladder, ensure it is on a flat, stable surface. Do not exceed the weight capacity specified. Always maintain three points of contact while climbing.

Operating the Platform Ladder

When using the ladder, ensure it is fully opened and locked into position. Do not stand on the top three rungs. Use the handrail if available for added safety.

Storage

Store the platform ladder in a dry place away from moisture and direct sunlight. Ensure it is not exposed to harsh chemicals or extreme temperatures.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the weight capacity of the platform ladder?

A: The platform ladder can support weights of up to 150 kg.

Q: How many height options are available for the platform ladder?

A: The platform ladder comes in height options ranging from 1 x 5 steps to 2 x 8 steps.

Q: Can the platform ladder be used on uneven surfaces?

A: It is recommended to use the platform ladder on flat and stable surfaces for safety reasons.

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Intended use:

This ladder is a mobile piece of equipment that can be used in different locations. It is designed for performing small-scale jobs at the height of the platform for which other types of equipment would be inappropria-te (see the German Ordinance on Industrial Safety and Health). The mobile platform ladder must only be used as described in this User Manual. All other uses are regarded as inappropriate use. We do not accept any liability for damage arising from the inappropriate use of the ladder. Any changes made to the ladder without the manufacturer‘s authorisation will void the warranty.

Technical information:
Description of the mobile platform ladder and component list. The technical information specific to this ladder is affixed to the ladder itself. Please refer to the table for more information.

Scope of delivery:
List of all of the components that are supplied with the ladder (example): Mobile platform ladder (entire ladder) + User Manual + optional rail (see separate assembly instructions)

Assembly instructions:
Depending on the ladder type and delivery condition, the ladder may yet have to be fully assembled before use. Some mobile platform ladders come with handrails that have to be fitted before use. Please refer to the separate assembly instructions for stabilisers and handrails.

General safety information:
The packaging can pose a suffocation hazard. Ladders and packaging materials are not toys. Use of this ladder is always associated with a risk of falling off the ladder and of the ladder tipping over. This can result in injury to persons and damage to objects. All of the work performed with and on the ladder must be performed in such a way as to minimise these risks as much as possible. This ladder is only designed for light work and short periods of use. Do not work on the ladder for too long without taking regular breaks. Fatigue is a hazard and can impact on the safe use of the ladder. The ladder must be suitable for its relevant use and must only be used in the specified position. Only ever use the treads provided. The ladder and ladder components must not be modified. Always make sure to have a safe handhold and foothold when working on and climbing the ladder. Always observe the national rules and regulations, in particular if using this ladder for professional work. Only use manufacturer-ap-proved accessories.

Assembly / Use

Always observe the instructions provided in the user and operating guide and on the ladder itself when assembling and using the ladder.

Information on the ladder‘s design: Single or double sided versions. With platform suitable for use as a working platform.

Information on using the mobile platform ladder: Setting up and positioning the mobile platform ladder safely. Use the locking device / spreader brace (if supplied). Fit the handrail (if supplied). Information on transporting/moving the ladder.

6.1 General safety information

Caution! Risk of falling off the ladder.
Read the entire User Manual For more information on this ladder, please visit our website.
Check the ladder for damage after delivery and every time before use. Do not use ladders that are damaged.
Maximum load
Set up the ladder on a level, horizontal and solid surface. The ladder‘s feet must not be sinking into the ground.
Do not lean out to the side while standing on the ladder!
Make sure the ground is free from dirt and hazardous substances
The ladder must not be used by more than one person at a time.
Always ascend and descend the ladder facing the ladder.
Always make sure to have a safe handhold when climbing and working on the ladder. If necessary, take extra precautions.
Do not put any excessive loads onto the sides of the ladder such as, e.g. when drilling into masonry and concrete.
Any objects carried up and down a ladder must be light and easy to hold.
Always wear suitable footwear when climbing the ladder.
Do not use a ladder if your physical fitness is compromised or insufficient for using a ladder. Certain health problems, medication, alcohol and drug misuse can pose a safety hazard when using the ladder.
Do not work on the ladder for too long without taking regular breaks. (Tiredness is a hazard).
Securely and appropriately fasten and tie down ladders when transporting them on roof racks or in vans/lorries to avoid damage.
Check whether the ladder is suitable for the rele-vant application and free from damage before use.
Clean and make sure the ladder is free from e.g. wet paint, dirt, oil or snow, before use.
Do not use the ladder outdoors in poor weather conditions (e.g. strong winds, frost, ice and snow).
When using ladders in a professional context, always assess the risks involved taking into account the legal regulations in the country of use before use of the ladder
Beware of the risk of collision with e.g. pedestri-ans, vehicles or doors when setting up the ladder. Lock doors (with the exception of emergency exits) and windows near the ladder.
Electrical hazard warning
Identify all risks posed by electrical equipment in the work area, e.g. high- voltage overhead lines or other exposed electrical equipment, and do not use the ladders if there is a risk of electric current.
Do not use conductive ladders for work on live equipment or near overhead power lines (e.g. aluminium ladders).
Do not use the ladder as a bridge.
Do not make any structural changes to the ladder.
Never move the ladder into a different position while standing on it!
Do not use the ladder outdoors in high winds.
If a ladder comes with stabilisers, they must be fitted by the user before first use.
Do not position from above
Perform a visual inspection
Perform a visual inspection
Domestic ladders

6.2.Using the ladder as a platform ladder

Do not use the ladder for climbing onto platforms.
Fully open the ladder before use. Make sure the spreader brace is working properly!
If the ladder is fitted with an extra spreader brace, this extra brace must only be used if the main spreader brace is locked!
Only stand on or use as a foothold those of the ladder‘s rungs/steps and platforms intended for this purpose. E.g. do not stand or use trays as footholds.
Do not use the ladder without the stabilisers (if supplied)
Do not use the ladder without ballast (if supplied)
Do not use the ladder without locking the brakes (if supplied).
In the case of spring castors, the brake only serves as an anti-roll device.
Do not use ladders outdoors unless they are specifically designed for such use
Subject to technical changes, errors and misprints. In case of doubt, please refer to the original German text. All accessories and work equipment shown are not included in the scope of delivery.

Maintenance/Servicing:

The maintenance and servicing work performed on the ladder is intended to make sure that the ladder is working properly. The ladder must be regularly checked for damage. Make sure all of the ladder‘s moving parts are in proper working order. All moving parts must be regularly lubricated. Any repairs to the ladder must be performed by a qualified person and in correspondence with the manufacturer‘s instructions. Always clean the ladder and the moving parts in particular immediately after use if the ladder becomes dirty. Only use conventional, water-soluble cleaning agents. Do not use aggressive or abrasive cleaning agents. If the ladder is being used com-mercially, it must be regularly inspected by an authorised person to make sure that it is in proper working order (visual inspection and performance test). In this case, it is essential to draw up an inspection schedule that defines the type, scope and intervals at which the requisite inspections are performed. The intervals between these inspections have to be determined in accordance with the relevant operating conditions, in particular the relevant frequency of use, loads applied to the ladder during use and the frequency and severity of any defects identified during previous inspec-tions. The owner is also responsible for removing defective ladders from use and storing them in such a way as to prevent their use until they have been properly repaired or disposed of.

Storage

Securely fasten and tie down ladders when transporting them (e.g. on roof racks or in cars) to avoid any damage. The ladder should be stored in a dry environment either standing upright, flat on the ground or hung on a wall with a suitable wall holder. It must be stored in such a way as to prevent it from becoming damaged and all of its components must be protected from the weather. The ladder must be stored in such a way as to be protected from children and such that it does not represent a hazard (e.g. tripping hazard). It must furthermore be stored in such a way that it cannot be used/removed for unlawful purposes.

Packaging/Disposal

The packaging must be disposed of in correspondence with the relevant regulations and laws. When having reached the end of its service life, the ladder must be disposed of in compliance with the relevant regulation. Aluminium is a high quality material and should be recycled. Please refer to your local authority for more information on recycling.

Service life:
This ladder is a high-quality product and designed to have a long service life if if used as intended and regularly serviced.

Manufacturer:
KRAUSE-Werk GmbH & Co. KG • Am Kreuzweg 3 • D-36304 Alsfeld

Tel.: +49 (0) 66 31 / 7 95-0
E-Mail: info@krause-systems.de
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Issue date: 01/08/2024