Batavia BT-TL008 operation manual

GIRAFFE AIR

Telescopic ladder 3.25 m

Teleskopleiter
Échelle télescopique
Telecoopladder

Operating instructions
Bedienungsanleitung (Original)
Mode d'emploi
Gebruiksaanwijzing

Model: BT-TL008

Item-No.: 7062696

www.batavia.eu

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Pack contents/product parts

1. Unlock key (locking device)

2. Support foot

3. Non-slip cap (support foot)

4. Strap

5. Rung

6. Beam

7. Protective cap (rung)

8. Upper block (with ladders not
extended to the maximum length)

9. Hexagon bolt with nut, 2 ×

Lieferumfang/Produktteile

1. Entriegelungstaste
(Sperreinrichtung)

2. Standfuß

3. Rutschfeste Kappe (Standfuß)

4. Gurt

5. Sprosse

6. Holm

7. Schutzkappe (Sprosse)

8. Blockbildung oben (bei nicht auf
Maximallänge ausgezogener Leiter)

9. Sechskantschraube mit Mutter, 2 ×

Contenu de la livraison/ éléments de produit

1. Touche de déverrouillage (dispositif
de blocage)

2. Pied d’appui

3. Capuchon antidérapant (pied
d’appui)

4. Sangle

5. Échelon

6. Montant

7. Capuchon de protection (échelon)

8. Blocage en haut (en cas d’échelle non
sortie au maximum)

9. Vis à tête hexagonale avec écrou, 2×

Inhoud van de verpakking/ onderdelen van het product

1. Ontgrendelknop (vergrendeling)

2. Stabilisatiebalk

3. Antislipdop (stabilisatiebalk)

4. Riem

5. Sport

6. Staanders

7. Beschermdop (sport)

8. Bovenste blok (bij ladders die niet tot
de maximale lengte zijn
uitgeschoven)

9. Zeskantbout met moer, 2 x

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Contents

Overview 2
Pack contents/product parts 3
General information 6

Reading and storing the user manual 6
Explanation of symbols 6

Safety 8

Proper use 8
Safety instructions 8

First use 12
Checking the ladder and pack
contents 12
Mounting the support foot 12
Using the ladder 13

Locking device 14
Extending the ladder 14
Retracting the ladder 15

Cleaning and maintenance 15
Transport and storage 16
Causes of accidents 16
Technical data 17
Disposal 17

Disposing of the packaging 17
Disposing of the ladder 17

Inhalt

Ubersicht 2
Lieferumfang/Produktteile 3
Allgemeines 18

Gebrauchsanleitung lesen und
aufbewahren 18
Zeichenerklärung 18

Sicherheit 20

Bestimmungsgemäßer Gebrauch 20
Sicherheitshinweise 21

Erstinbetriebnahme 25
Leiter und Lieferumfang prüfen 25
Standfuß montieren 25
Leiter benutzen 26

Sperreinrichtung 27
Leiter ausziehen 27
Leiter zusammenschieben 28

Reinigung und Wartung 29
Transport und Aufbewahrung 29
Unfallursachen 30
Technische Daten 31
Entsorgung 31

Verpackung entsorgen 31
Leiter entsorgen 31

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Répertoire

Vue d’ensemble 2
Contenu de la livraison/éléments
de produit 3
Généralités 32

Lire le mode d’emploi et le conserver 32
Légende des symboles 32

Sécurité 34

Utilisation conforme à l’usage prévu 34
Consignes de sécurité 34

Première mise en service 38
Vérier l’échelle et le contenu de
la livraison 38
Montage du pied d’appui 39
Utilisation de l’échelle 40

Dispositif de blocage 41
Sortie de l’échelle 41
Rentrée de l’échelle 42

Nettoyage et entretien 42
Transport et rangement 43
Causes des accidents 43
Données techniques 45
Élimination 45

Élimination de l’emballage 45
Élimination de l’échelle 45

Inhoud

Overzicht 2
Inhoud van de verpakking/
onderdelen van het product 3
Algemene informatie 46

Lezen en bewaren van de
gebruiksaanwijzing 46
Verklaring van de symbolen 46

Veiligheid 48

Juist gebruik 48
Veiligheidsinstructies 48

Eerste gebruik 53
Het controleren van de ladder en
de inhoud van de verpakking 53
Montage van de stabilisatiebalk 53
Het gebruik van de ladder 54

Vergrendeling 55
Het uitschuiven van de ladder 56
Het inschuiven van de ladder 56

Reiniging en onderhoud 57
Transport en opslag 58
Oorzaken van ongevallen 58
Technische gegevens 59
Afvoer 59

Afvoer van de verpakking 59
Afvoer van de ladder 59

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General information

Reading and storing the user manual

This user manual accom­panies this aluminium

telescopic ladder 3.25m
(hereinafter referred to as “ladder”).
It contains important information
about safety and use.

Before using the ladder, read the
user manual carefully. This particu­larly applies to the safety instruc­tions. Failure to heed this user
manual may result in severe injury
or damage to the ladder.

The user manual is based on the
standards and rules in force in the
European Union. When abroad, you
must also observe country-specic
guidelines and laws.

Store the user manual for future
use. If you pass the ladder on to
third parties, please be absolutely
sure to include this user manual.

Explanation of symbols

The following symbols and signal
words are used in this user manual,
on the ladder or on the packaging.

WARNING!

This signal symbol/word designates
a hazard with moderate degree of
risk which may lead to death or
severe injury if not avoided.

CAUTION!

This signal symbol/word designates
a hazard with low risk that, if not
avoided, may result in minor or
moderate injury.

NOTICE!

This signal word warns against
potential damages to property.

This symbol provides you
with additional useful
information regarding

handling or use.

TÜV Rheinland
conrms that

the telescopic
ladder meets the relevant require­ments of a safe product.

Batavia GmbH, Weth. Buitenhuisstraat 2a, NL-7951 SM
Staphorst, Netherlands

Read and understand the
user manual before using
the ladder.

During deployment bear
in mind the necessary

65-75°

inclination angle. The
inclination angle/propping angle of
the ladder must amount to approx.
75° (ratio 1:4).

Observe the maximum

max.

150

kg

load capacity of 150kg.

Bear in mind that the

min.
1 m

ladder overhang over the

contact point must
amount to at least 1m.

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Always conduct a sight
check of the ladder
before using the ladder.

Always check the feet of
the ladder before using
the ladder.

Secure the top and bot­tom ends of the ladder.

max. 1

The maximum number of
users permitted on the

ladder is 1. Make sure
that only one person is on the lad­der at a time.

Avoid leaning
out sideways.

Climbing sideways off

the ladder is not

permitted.

Make sure that the oor

OIL H2O

at the installation site is

not contaminated.

Do not use the ladder to
bridge distances.

Always face the ladder
while climbing up and
down it.

Make sure that you lean
the top end of the ladder
correctly.

Only use the ladder on a
solid level base.

UP

When using the ladder
observe the correct
set-up direction.

The ladder may only be
used in combination with
the stabiliser on the feet

(support foot).

Before using the ladder,
all rungs which have
been pulled out must be

locked.

Only set up the ladder on

solid ground.

Only one per­son is permit­ted on the

climbable side of the ladder.

When trans-

porting the
ladder, pay

attention to risks posed by power lines.

Rungs locked.

Rungs unlocked.

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While retract­ing the ladder,

hands must be
situated on the outside
beams and must not,
during any point of the
retracting process, be

placed on the rungs.

There is a risk of injury
with incorrect handling.

You can easily slip or
fall off the ladder and injure
yourself.

Safety

Proper use

The ladder is
designed

exclusively for
use as a climbing aid and has a
maximum load capacity of 150kg.
It is only intended for private use
and is not suitable for commercial
purposes.

The ladder is designed exclusively
as a leaning ladder, which means it
must be leaned against a contact
point with an inclination angle of
approx. 1:4.

Only use the ladder as described in
this user manual. Any other use is
deemed improper and may result in
damage to property or even per­sonal injury. The ladder is not a
children’s toy.

The manufacturer or vendor
accepts no liability for damage
caused by improper or incorrect
use.

Safety instructions

WARNING!

Danger of serious injury!

Incorrect use or incorrect handling
of the ladder incurs risks that can
lead to serious injury or even death.

–

circumstances, use of medication
as well as alcohol and drug
abuse can lead to an increased
danger to your safety when using
the ladder.

– Make sure when transporting the

ladders on a roof rack or in a
commercial vehicle that the
ladders are fastened/secured in
an appropriate way in order to
avoid damage to property and
people.

–

ladder and that all parts are
functional.

–

at the beginning of every
workday in which the ladder

Only use the ladder if
you are in good health.
Certain health

After delivery and
before rst use, check
the condition of the

Carry out a sight
check of the ladder for
damage and safe use

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must be used.

– Make sure that the ladder is

suitable for the intended use.

–

Do not use the ladder
if it is damaged.

– Remove all contaminates from

the ladder, e.g. wet paint, dirt, oil
or snow, before using the ladder.

– Before using a ladder while

working, you should perform a
risk assessment that accounts
for the legal regulations of the
country where it is used.

– The ladder must be installed in

the correct set up position, e.g.
correct propping angle for
leaning ladders (inclination angle
approx. 1:4), rungs and treads
level.

–

Locking devices, if
tted, must be
completely secure

before use.

–

Only use the ladder on
a solid level base.

–

A leaning ladder
should be leaned

against a level, solid
surface and secured before you
use it, e.g. by securing the
leaning ladder or by using a
suitable installation to ensure
structural stability.

– The ladder must never be placed

in a new position from above.

– Once the ladder is positioned,

attention must be paid to any risk
of collision, e.g. with pedestrians,
vehicles or doors. If possible, lock
all doors and windows in the
work area, but not emergency
exits.

–

Check the

surroundings for sources of
danger, such as exposed high­voltage overhead power lines or
other exposed electrical
equipment, before you set up the
ladder and climb on it.

– Always set up the ladder on its

feet and not on the rungs or
steps.

–

OIL H2O

Do not set up the
ladder on slippery

surfaces (e.g. ice,
glossy surfaces or clearly
contaminated solid surfaces),
unless through additional
measures the ladder is prevented
from slipping or that the
contaminated areas are
sufciently clean.

–

max.

150

kg

Never exceed the

payload of the ladder.

The maximum load­bearing capacity of the ladder is
150kg.

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– Do not lean too far out

from the ladder when

you are standing on it.
You should always stand rmly
with both feet on the same step
and keep the centre of your body
(belly button) between the
beams.

– Under no circumstances climb off

the ladder at great height without
an additional safeguard. Secure
the ladder or use a suitable
mechanism for securing the
stability.

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Do not stand on the

top three rungs of the

ladder. Attention, the
top bar is not considered a rung.
The top bar may also not be used
as stepping surface.

– Only use the ladder for simple

tasks that do not take much time
to complete.

–

Do not use
the ladder

to perform
work under electrical voltage. The
ladder is made of conductive
material. Use non-conductive
ladders for unavoidable live
electrical work.

– Do not use the ladder outdoors

during adverse weather
conditions, e.g. strong wind or
storm.

– Ensure that children do not play

with the ladder. Do not leave the
ladder unsupervised when it is
set up.

– Keep children away from the

ladder.

– If possible, lock all doors and

windows in the work area, but
not emergency exits.

–

Always climb up and
down the ladder with
your face to the ladder.

–

Keep a secure grip on
the ladder when

ascending and
descending. Maintain a handhold
whilst working from a ladder or
take additional safety precautions
if you cannot.

–

Do not use the ladder

to bridge distances or

as a bridge.

– Wear suitably sturdy shoes when

you climb onto the ladder.

–

Avoid working on the

ladder with a one-

sided load, e.g. drilling
sideways through solid materials
(e.g. bricks or concrete).

– Do not remain too long on the

ladder without regular pauses
(tiredness is a danger). Climb off
of the ladder immediately if you
feel tired.

–

Leaning ladders for

min.
1 m

reaching elevated

heights should be

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pushed at least 1m past the
contact point.

–

1 m

Do not climb
higher than

max.

1.96 m

the last

metre of the leaning ladder.

KG

–

Carry only light,
manageable items
when you are on the

ladder.

– Always hold on with one hand

when working on the ladder or, if
this is not possible, take
additional security precautions.

–

Before use, ensure
that the locking

devices of the ladder
function and that all extended
sections are properly locked
before you climb onto the ladder.
Only use the ladder if it functions
properly.

– Make sure that there are no lines

or pipes, unsecured windows and
doors or buttresses nearby
before you climb onto the ladder.

– Do not use the ladder if one or

more non-slip caps for the
support foot are missing or are
visibly damaged.

– Set up the ladder so that it is

always freely accessible.

– Climb onto the ladder one rung

at a time and do not skip multiple
rungs.

– Do not slide down the beams.

– If necessary, take additional

measures to secure the stability
of the ladder, e.g. by lashing the
ladder to a secure anchor.

– If you are working at elevated

heights, take extra steps to
further secure the ladder.

– Only transport the ladder when it

is fully retracted and when it is
secured with the strap.

– Do not move the ladder if there is

a person on it.

– Do not place any tools or other

objects on the rungs and do not
hang anything on the ladder.

– Do not pull too forcefully on

objects and do not exert intense
pressure on objects if you are on
the ladder. This could cause the
ladder to tip over.

– Always wear tightly tting

clothing when you climb onto the
ladder. Loose-tting clothing
could get caught and cause you
to fall off the ladder.

– Do not extend the ladder in a

makeshift manner and do not
modify its shape and function in
any manner.

– The ladder must never be placed

in a new position from above.

– Do not use the ladder outdoors in

high winds.

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First use
Checking the ladder and

pack contents

WARNING!

Risk of injury!

If you use a damaged ladder or
employ the ladder incorrectly, there
is a large risk of injury.

– After delivery and before rst

use, check the condition of the
ladder and that all parts are
functional.

WARNING!

Danger of suffocation!

If children play with the packaging
wrapper, they could catch them­selves in it and suffocate.

– Do not let children play with the

packaging wrapper.

NOTICE!

Risk of damage!

The ladder can be damaged if you
incautiously open the packaging
with a sharp knife or another
pointed object.

– Proceed carefully when opening.

1. Take the ladder out of the
packaging.

2. Check to make sure that the
delivery is complete (see g. A).

3. Check whether the ladder or the
individual parts exhibit damages.
If this is the case, do not use the

ladder. Contact the manufacturer
at the service address specied
on the warranty card.

Mounting the support foot

CAUTION!

Injury to persons and damage
to property!

The ladder can fall over during the
assembly of the support foot. In the
process, it can lead to damage to
property or injury to persons.

– Take care during the assembly of

the support foot that the ladder
does not fall over.

– If necessary, get assistance from

a second person for assembly.

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3

on the

with

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through

1. Place the support foot
the non-slip caps
ground (see g. H).

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2. Put the beams

on the support
foot in such a way that the
mounting holes of the beams and
support foot align.

3. Put the hexagon bolts
the mounting holes.

4. Fasten the bolts with the nuts.

ATTENTION! – The following
points are to be examined
before using the telescopic
ladder:

• Check that the side rails / legs

(upright parts) / rungs / top bar /
support foot are not bent,
curved, distorted, dented,
cracked, corroded or decaying.

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• Check that the xation points
with other parts on the side rails
/ legs / rungs/ top bar / support
foot are in good condition.

• Check that fastenings (usually
rivets, screws, bolts) are not
missing or loose or corroded.

• Check that the side rails / legs /
rungs / top bar / support foot
are not missing or loose, worn
down, corroded or damaged.

• Check that the locking mecha­nisms and locking indicators
function correctly, are not miss­ing or loose, worn down, cor­roded or damaged and that the
rung elements lock correctly.

• Check that no rubber feet are
missing or loose, worn down,
corroded or damaged.

• Check that the ladder is free
from contamination (i.e. dirt,
paint, oil or grease).

If any of the examinations described
above produces an unsatisfactory
result you should NOT use the
ladder!

Using the ladder

WARNING!

Danger of serious injury!

If you use the ladder improperly,
you could hurt yourself and other
persons.

– Only step onto the ladder if you:

• have set it up properly, in a suit­able location and in accordance
with the instructions,

•

are wearing sturdy
shoes,

• have carefully read and under-

stood all the information in the
chapter “Safety”.

– Ensure that the locking devices

of the ladder function and that all
extended sections are properly
locked before you climb onto the
ladder.

– Do not leave children alone and

unsupervised when the ladder is
set up.

– Do not stand on the top three

rungs as well as the top bar of
the ladder.

– Make sure that the ladder is

properly secured when moving it.

– Only climb onto the ladder if you

have set it up using the correct
leaning angle of 75° (inclination
angle 1:4).

CAUTION!

Crushing hazard!

When extending or retracting the
ladder, you can catch or jam your
ngers if you proceed without
caution.

– Take care when extending or

retracting the ladder.

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– When retracting the ladder

ensure that your ngers, hands
and arms are at the height of the
actuated unlock keys.

Locking device

With the aid of the locking devices

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on the rungs
der sections are locked when you
extend the ladder.

– Always check that all sections

are correctly locked before
climbing the ladder:

• The locking device of a section

is locked if the red section next
to both unlock keys
is not visible (see g. B). If
you apply pressure to the corre­sponding rung, it cannot be
pushed down.

• The locking device of a section

is not locked if the red section
next to one or both unlock keys

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of a rung is visible (see g.

C). If you apply pressure to the

corresponding rung, it can be
pushed down.

– Keep in mind that when you

extend the ladder from the top
down, the individual sections will
only lock when you have
extended the ladder to its full
length.

, the individual lad-

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of a rung

Extending the ladder

Extending the ladder by a few
rungs

If you do not extend the
ladder to its full length,

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the blocks
remaining rungs that are not
extended must be located at the top
end of the ladder with the protec-

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tive caps

.

1. Set up the ladder on a solid and

level ground.

2. Stabilise the ladder by placing a

foot on the support foot

3. Extend the ladder from the bottom

up, rung by rung until the desired
length is reached (see g. D).
With the aid of the locking
device, each section is automati­cally locked as soon as the cor­responding rung
to its maximum.

4. Make sure that each and every

ladder section is locked before
you climb onto the ladder (see
section “Locking device”).

Extending the ladder to its total
length

1. Set up the ladder on a solid and

level ground.

2. Stabilise the ladder by placing a

foot on the support foot

3. Extend the ladder from the top

down, rung by rung until the total
length is reached (see g. E and
F).

of the

2

.

5

has extended

2

.

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Keep in mind that the locking
devices of the ladder only lock
when you have extended the lad­der to its total length.

4. Make sure that each and every
ladder section is locked before
you climb onto the ladder (see
section “Locking device”).

Retracting the ladder

If you activate the lowest
unlock keys (on the sec-

ond rung from below), all
rungs of the above ladder section
are automatically unlocked and
retracted. If you begin with one of
the upper rungs, this only unlocks
the rungs above it and the rungs
below must be unlocked separately.

1. Make sure that the ladder stands

on a solid and level ground.

2. When retracting the ladder

ensure that your ngers, hands
and arms are at the height of the

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actuated unlock keys

3. Push both unlock keys of a rung

towards the centre so that the
red area below becomes visible.
(see g. G).
The locking device unlocks and
the remainder of the ladder
above the rung is retracted.

.

Cleaning and maintenance

WARNING!

Risk of injury!

There is a risk of injury
with incorrect handling.

If rungs or beams are
contaminated, you can easily slip or
fall off the ladder and injure
yourself.

– Keep the ladder clean. Remove

contaminates, such as, e.g. dirt,
paint residues etc., after each
use and before retracting the

ladder.
– Always wipe the rungs off.
– Leave repair and maintenance

work to be carried out exclusively

by experts.

NOTICE!

Risk of damage!

Improper cleaning can lead to
damage.

– Do not use any aggressive

cleaners, brushes with metal or

nylon bristles or sharp or metallic

cleaning utensils such as knives,

hard scrapers and the like. They

could damage the surfaces.
– Keep the protective caps and the

non-slip caps of the support foot

free from dirt, abrasive grit and

so forth. This could damage the

surface.
– Clean the ladder with a brush or

a cloth.

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– Dry the ladder, and in particular

the rungs, thoroughly after
cleaning.

– Under no circumstances carry

out maintenance and repairs to
the ladder by yourself. Contact
the manufacturer or a specialist
workshop at the service address
specied on the warranty card.
Liability and warranty claims are
waived in the event of repairs
performed by the user or
incorrect handling.

Transport and storage

– Retract the ladder completely

after every use and secure it with

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the aid of the strap

in order to
prevent it from extending by
accident.

– Store the ladder in a dry area.
– Store the ladder out of the reach

of children.

– Ensure that children do not

handle the ladder unsupervised.

– Store the ladder out of direct

sunlight.

Causes of accidents

The following partial listing of risks
tells of typical hazards and exam­ples for frequent causes of acci­dents when using a ladder.
In order to avoid accidents, take
into consideration the mentioned
risks in the handling of the ladder
as a basis for safe work.

a) Loss of stability

1) incorrect positioning of the lad­der (e.g. incorrect propping
angle of leaning ladders or
incomplete opening of step
ladders);

2) sliding away of the lower end of
the ladder outwards, e.g. away
from the wall on which the lad­der is leaning;

3) slipping off the ladder sideways,
falling to the side and tipping of
the upper tread (e.g. by leaning
out too far or an insufcient grip
on the uppermost top step);

4) poor condition of the ladder
(missing or damaged rubber
caps on the support foot);

5) climbing off of an unsecured
ladder at height;

6) unsuitable ground at the instal­lation site of the ladder (e.g.
unstable, soft ground, sloping,
slippery surfaces or contami­nated solid surfaces);

7) unfavourable weather condi­tions (e.g. wind);

8) collision with a ladder, e.g. by
vehicles or doors;

9) incorrect choice of ladder (e.g.
ladder too short, unsuitable
use).

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b) Improper handling

1) setting up the ladder in its posi­tion of usage;

2) assembly and disassembly of
the ladder;

3) carrying items whilst climbing
the ladder.

c) Slips, stumbles and falls

1) unsuitable footwear;

2) contaminated rungs;

3) careless behaviour of user (e.g.
taking two steps at a time, slid­ing down the beams).

d) Failure of the ladder

construction

1) poor condition of the ladder
(e.g. damaged beams, wear and
tear);

2) overloading of the ladder.

e) Electrical hazards

1) unavoidable work under voltage
(e.g. fault tracing);

2) setting up the ladder in direct
proximity of electrical equip­ment under voltage (e.g. high
voltage overhead cables);

3) damage of electrical equipment
by ladders (e.g. coverings or
protective insulation);

4) incorrect choice of ladder type
for electrical work.

Technical data

Model: BT-TL008
Maximum permissible load: 150 kg
Maximum length: 3.25 m
Inclination angle: 65°–75°
Weight: 11.5 kg
Maximum permissible
number of users: 1
Article number: 7062696

Disposal

Disposing of the packaging

Dispose of the packag­ing by sorting into single

type materials.
Dispose of cardboard and carton as
waste paper and foils via the recy­clable material collection service.

Disposing of the ladder

Dispose of the ladder in accordance
with the applicable laws and regu­lations for your country.

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