PROPER SELECTION
1. Select ladder of proper size to reach working height.
2. IMPORTANT: Ladders are designed to support one
person plus materials and tools not more than the
working load on the notice label on the ladder.
INSPECTION
1. Inspect upon receipt and before each use; never climb a
damaged, bent or broken ladder. All parts must be in good
working order.
2. Make sure all rivets, joints, nuts, and bolts are tight, rungs
secure, ladder extension locks and feet functioning (if
necessary, lubricate), rope properly attached and in good
condition.
3. Keep your ladder clean, free from grease, oil, mud, snow,
wet paint, and other slippery material. Keep your shoes
clean; leather soles should not be used.
4. Never make temporary repairs of damaged or missing
parts.
5. If your ladder is broken, worn or exposed to fire or
chemical corrosion, destroy it.
PROPER SET-UP
1. DANGER! METAL CONDUCTS ELECTRICITY! Do not
let ladders of any material come in contact with live
electrical wires.
2. Secure base when raising extension and never set up
ladder when it is extended.
3. Set a single or extension ladder at proper 75.5-degree
angle by bracing ladder base a distance equal to 1/4 total
working length of ladder away from base of vertical
support. If distance is less than 3 feet, place base of
ladder a minimum of 3 feet from vertical support.
4. Set your ladder on firm ground. Do not lean sideways.
Do not use on ice or snow or slippery surface without
non-skid devices or securing feet.
5. Erect ladder so that approximately 3 feet extends above
roof line or working surface; tie top at support points.
6. Extend top section only from ground, never by “bounc-
ing” or from the roof.
7. Do not over-extend. Maintain a minimum overlap of 34”
for ladders up to 32’.
8. Place on firm, level surface with a secure footing. Do not
use on slippery surfaces. Do not place on boxes, unstable
bases or on scaffolds. Do not tie or fasten ladders
together to gain additional height.
9. Do not place in front of door opening toward ladder.
10. When possible use a second person to hold the ladder.
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PROPER CLIMBING AND USE
1. DO NOT USE LADDERS if you tire easily, are subject
to fainting spells, are using medicine or alcohol, or are
physically impaired.
2. To protect children, do not leave ladder set up and
unattended.
3. Securely engage ladder locks before climbing.
4. Face the ladder when climbing up or down; keep body
centered between side rails. Move ladder as needed.
5. Maintain a firm grip. Use both hands while climbing.
6. Do not climb onto a ladder from the side unless the
ladder is secured against side-to-side motion. Do not
climb from one ladder to another.
7. Do not stand on or above the top three rungs. Never
climb above the top support point.
8. Do not use a ladder in high winds.
9. Never use an extension ladder as a platform, plank or
hoist. Never use a ladder on a scaffold. Do not
overload. Extension ladders are meant for one person.
10. Keep your ladder close to your work; avoid over-
reaching, pushing or pulling off the side of the ladder.
11. Never drop or apply an impact load to a ladder.
12. Do not “walk” or “shift” the ladder while standing on
it.
PROPER CARE AND STORAGE
1. Hang your ladder on racks in a dry place at intervals of
6 feet for support.
2. Properly secure and support your ladder while in transit.
3. Never store materials on your ladder.
4. Keep your ladder clean and free of all foreign materials.
5. To ensure smooth operation of the outriggers use a dry
lubricant (3-IN-ONE
®
is recommended). Spray the top
surface of the outrigger; the lubricant will dry in
seconds; wipe off all excess over spray with a dry clean
cloth. Do not use oil.
Register Your Warranty
The SumoStance ladder is offered with a one-year warranty against manufacturer defects. Register your warranty within 30
days after receipt of the product. You may register your product by going online to www.LittleGiantLadders.com/registration
or by completely filling out the warranty card and mailing it in.
MODEL SPECIFICATION TABLE:
MODEL
MAX
REACH
MAX WORK
HEIGHT
HIGHEST
STANDING LEVEL
MAX WORK
LENGTH
16’
20’
24’
28’
32’
14’
19’
23’
27’
31’
8’ 5”
13’ 1”
16’ 11”
20’ 10”
23’ 11”
14’ 11”
19’ 7”
23’ 5”
27’ 4”
30’ 5”
13’
17’
21’
25’
28’
