Rev. 3/7/2022
VST-4-Y, MANUAL
Copyright 2021 Vestil Manufacturing Corp. Page 2 of 10
SIGNAL WORDS
SIGNAL WORDS appear in this manual to draw the reader’s attention to important safety-related
messages. The following are signal words used in this manual and their definitions.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Vestil strives to identify hazards associated with the use of its products, but no manual can address
every conceivable risk. Minimize the likelihood of injury by recognizing the hazards identified below and
by inspecting and maintaining the product as instructed in
INSPECTIONS & MAINTNENANCE
on p. 8.
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WARNING
Hazardous conditions could result in serious personal injuries or death.
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Read and understand the entire manual before assembling, using, inspecting, or servicing the steps.
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DO NOT use the steps unless you are in good health. NEVER use the steps while under the influence of
alcohol or drugs, including prescription medication that affects balance, perception, or judgment.
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DO NOT exceed the capacity/rated load. The total weight applied to the stepstool (weight of the
user plus tools, etc.) must not be greater than the capacity indicated on the riser of the top step (500 lb.;
227kg).
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Do not use the unit if the steps are cracked, dented, or damaged in other ways. Do not use the unit
unless handrails are solidly fastened to the steps.
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Wear appropriate footwear. DO NOT wear high-heeled shoes or footwear with smooth soles.
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DO NOT use the steps on uneven, sloped, or unstable surfaces.
ONLY use the steps on even, level,
improved surfaces (e.g. concrete or asphalt).
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Make sure that you will not contact overhead objects during use.
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Avoid electrical shock! Take precautions to prevent contact, or possible contact, with an energized,
electrical wire/cord.
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Remove dirt and debris from your shoes
before
walking on the steps. Only wear slip-resistant shoes.
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Only stand on the steps. DO NOT climb on the railing. DO NOT slide on the railing.
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DO NOT step onto, or off of, any step from another elevated surface.
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ALWAYS face the stairs and use the handrails while ascending and descending the stepstool.
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DO NOT increase the height of a step by standing on other objects placed on one of the steps.
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Inspect the steps as described in
on p. 8. DO NOT use the stool unless it
. ONLY use manufacturer-approved replacement parts when repairs are
RECORD OF SATISFACTORY CONDITION
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DO NOT use the steps if 1 or more of the molded rubber feet (14-145-179) is significantly worn,
on p. 4. Only use the steps if all 4 feet are in place and are in
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ONLY use the steps as standing surfaces. DO NOT use it for any other purpose. DO NOT store materials
or equipment on the steps. Always unload the steps before leaving them unattended.
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DO NOT use the steps in front of a door unless the door is secured in an open position, is locked, is
attended, or is barricaded.
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DO NOT lean, or reach, over the handrails/sides of the steps. Position the steps as close to the work as
possible. Reposition the steps to prevent overreaching. Overreaching could cause instability and result
in a fall.
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Avoid sudden shifts while on the steps.
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DO NOT skip steps. Climb the steps one step at a time.
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DO NOT attempt to move the steps while someone is using them.
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DANGER
Identifies a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, WILL result in DEATH or
SERIOUS INJURY. Use of this signal word is limited to the most extreme situations
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WARNING
Identifies a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, COULD result in DEATH or
SERIOUS INJURY.
CAUTION
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, COULD result in MINOR or
MODERATE injury.
NOTICE
Identifies practices likely to result in product/property damage, such as operation
that might damage the product
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