Important Safety Information
for using the Faithfull Step Up
READ AND FOLLOW ALL SET UP AND
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE BEFORE USING
YOUR STEP UP. USE ONLY AS DIRECTED
Warning:
To avoid serious injury, read all
instructions and safety information on the on-
product labels and in this manual before using
this ‘Step Up’.
MAXIMUM WEIGHT CAPACITY
•
: The
weight of user plus tools and materials
should not exceed 150kg.
ALWAYS
•
check all the hinge locking
mechanisms. Make sure the hinges are in
the locked position before using.
ALWAYS
•
Inspect all parts prior to each use.
Discontinue use if any part of the Step Up is
missing, damaged or worn in any way.
ALWAYS
•
place the Step Up on an even,
fi
rm, dry surface for stability. Never try to
increase the height of the Step Up in any
way, by placing anything under the legs or
by placing items on the
fl
at platform surface
to increase your working height.
ALWAYS
•
place the Step Up in the correct
position for the work being carried out.
NEVER OVERREACH
while working on
the platform. Keep your body in the center
between side rails to avoid losing your
balance or tipping the Step Up over.
ALWAYS
•
use extreme caution when using
the Step Up on a rug, carpet or other
protective surface covering. This will prevent
the rubber feet from gripping the surface
properly.
ALWAYS
•
mount the platform from the side
using the step provided, keeping a secure
grip on the platform when ascending and
descending. Never step from side to side on
to another platform.
ALWAYS
•
use extreme caution when using
the Step Up in windy, wet or icy conditions
NEVER
•
use any other attachments,
components or accessories unless
recommended for use with this Step Up.
NEVER
•
attempt to
fi
x a damaged Step Up.
Repairs should always be carried out by a
quali
fi
ed person.
NEVER
•
use the Step Up while under the
in
fl
uence of alcohol or drugs of any kind.
Always be in good physical condition when
using this Step Up.
NEVER
•
set up the Step Up in front of doors
that are not locked.
NEVER
•
operate the Step Up on a slippery
surface.
NEVER
•
attempt to close the Step Up
legs until the hinge locking mechanism is
completely unlocked.
NEVER
•
force the lever of the locking
mechanism. If this should become stuck,
lift that section lightly to remove the weight
from the hinge. Then attempt to lift the lever
again.
NEVER
•
Push or pull anything while on the
Step Up, this may cause the platform to tip
causing you to fall. Use extreme caution if
you must push or pull anything when on the
Step Up.
NEVER
•
attempt to jump, push along or
move the Step Up while you are on it. If you
need to move the Step Up, get off it
fi
rst,
move it, then reposition yourself
NEVER
•
attempt use the Step Up as a bridge
or as a brace in any way
NEVER
•
place yourself or allow anyone to
work under the Step Up while in use.
NEVER
•
leave the Step Up set up
unattended near children or allow children to
play with this product.
NEVER
•
stand on the Step Up while
releasing the locking mechanism.
NEVER
•
force the hinge or the locking
mechanism. This could cause serious
personal injury and/or damage the Step Up
and void the warranty.
NEVER
•
use on stairways or stepped
surfaces. This could cause the platform to tip
causing you to lose your balance.
TO AVOID
•
pinching injuries take care when
folding or opening the Step Up sections.
Keep all body parts away from the hinges
and moving sections of the Step Up.
TO AVOID
•
slipping or sliding keep the Step
Up dry, clean and free of debris and wear
slip resistant shoes
When positioning the Step Up, take into
f)
account the risk of collision with the Step
Up e.g. from pedestrians, vehicles or
doors. Secure doors
(not
fi
re exits)
and
windows where possible in the work area.
WARNING METAL CONDUCTS
g)
ELECTRICITY
do not let the Step Up
come into contact with live electrical wires.
Identify any electrical risks in the work
area, such as overhead lines or other
exposed electrical equipment.
Using the Platform
Do not spend long periods on a platform
a)
without taking regular breaks (tiredness is
a risk).
Maintain a handhold whilst working
b)
from a platform or take additional safety
precautions if you cannot.
Storage
Store the Step Up in a safe and dry place.
1.
Lubricate the mechanism of hinges
2.
regularly.
Properly secure and support the Step Up
3.
while in transit.
Inspection and Care
Always check all hinge locking mechanisms.
•
Make sure all of the ‘Step Up’ hinges are in
the locked position before using. Using the
platform with an unlocked hinge could result
in serious injury or death.
Inspect all parts prior to each use. Do not
•
use if any part of the platform is missing,
damaged or worn in any way.
Do not exposed the ‘Step Up’ to excessive
•
heat) or corrosive agents such as acids or
alkalis.
Always clean the ‘Step Up’ after each use.
•
Check all moving parts regularly and lightly
•
lubricate with a household oil if necessary.
Never allow lubricant to reach the rungs or
side rails.
Before Use
Ensure that you are
fi
t enough to use
a)
a Step Up. Certain medical conditions,
medication, alcohol or drug abuse could
make Step Up use unsafe.
Inspect the Step Up after delivery and
b)
before
fi
rst use to con
fi
rm its condition and
operation of all its parts.
Visually check the Step Up is not damaged
c)
and is safe to use at the start of each
working day, when the Step Up is to be
used.
For professional users regular periodic
d)
inspections and maintenance are required.
Ensure the Step Up is suitable for the task
e)
in hand.
Under no circumstances should a damaged
f)
Step Up be used.
Remove any contamination from the Step
g)
Up, such as wet paint, mud, oil or snow.
Before using a Step Up at work, a risk
h)
assessment should be carried out in
accordance to the legislation in the country
of use.
Positioning and Erecting the
Platform
The locking devices must be fully locked
a)
and secure before use.
The Step Up must be placed on a stable,
b)
even,
fi
rm and dry surface prior to use.
The Step Up must not be positioned on
c)
a slippery surface (such as ice, shiny
surfaces or signi
fi
cantly contaminated
solid surfaces) unless additional effective
measures are taken to prevent the
platform from slipping, by ensuring that
any contaminated surfaces have been
suf
fi
ciently cleaned prior to use.
The Step Up must be stood on its feet on
d)
a
fi
rm surface and not on rungs or steps or
any other equipment.
The Step Up must never be repositioned
e)
from above. If you need to move the Step
Up, get off it, move it, then reposition
yourself
