zarges 40060041, Original Operating And Assembly Instructions

This instruction manual contains important information that teaches users how to set up 

and use the product safely. They are intended for persons carrying out the following activi-

ties:
•  transportation
•  assembly and dismantling
•  operation
•  Maintenance and servicing
The following documents/regulations are also to be observed in addition to this instruction 

manual:
•  Customer-specific order confirmation including all technical information
•  Country-specific regulations concerning accident prevention
•  Recognised technical standards for the correct and safe use of steps
•  Safety regulations for the use of electrical equipment where there is increased electri-

cal risk

1.3.1  Amendments/validity

Last updated: 08/2022
We reserve the right to make technical changes to the product at any time. Therefore, the 

actual product may differ from the images shown in this instruction manual.

1.3.2  Regulations/standards

In addition to the instructions in this manual, the following regulations must be complied 

with when installing, using and servicing the equipment:
•  DIN EN 131-3 Ladders – Part 3 Labelling and instructions for use; German version 

2018-03 (also mobile platform ladders)

•  DIN EN 131-7 Mobile platform ladders (with a maximum area of 1m² and a max. plat-

form height of 5 m, intended for use by one person); German version 2013-09

•  DIN EN 14122-3 Permanent means of access to machinery – Stairs, ladders and guard-

rails; German version 201610

•  DIN EN ISO 12100 General principles for design, risk assessment and risk reduction 

(ISO 12100:2010); German version EN ISO 12100:2011-03 and Amendment 1: 2

1.4  Notes for the operator

The operator must ensure:
•  that all required documents are always available at the place of assembly and use;
•  compliance with regional and national regulations on occupational safety, accident pre-

vention and working on/with ladders and steps;

•  that ergonomic working heights from 500-1700 mm are observed when working on the 

platform;

•  that the product is used as intended and is in proper technical condition;
•  that this instruction manual is included if the product is passed on to a new owner.
In addition, the operator must:
•  draw up operating instructions for the use of the access steps with platform (these in-

structions must contain all necessary information on the safe use of the equipment); 

•  instruct personnel at least once a year on how to use the equipment, on the basis of the 

operating instructions;

•  prepare a risk assessment;

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