Table of Contents 9/3/2019 COLA MANUAL
Table of Contents Copyright 2019 Vestil Manufacturing Corp. Page 2 of 19
SIGNAL WORDS
This manual uses SIGNAL WORDS to direct the reader’s attention to important safety-related messages.
These messages describe uses of the product that could result in personal injury or property damage. Each
signal word corresponds to a specific hazard level. The following are definitions of signal words that might
appear in this manual.
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.
Identifies a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, COULD result in DEATH or
SERIOUS INJURY.
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, COULD result in MINOR or
MODERATE injury
.
Identifies practices likely to result in product/property damage, such as operation that
might damage the product.
HAZARDS
Vestil strives to identify all foreseeable hazards associated with the use of its products. However, material
handling is dangerous and no manual can address every risk. Ultimately, the most effective way to prevent
injury is for persons who use this ladder to apply sound judgment whenever using this device.
Improper or careless operation of this device might result in serious personal injuries.
• Read and understand this entire manual before installing, assembling, using or servicing this ladder.
Keep this manual in a location known to persons who use the ladder. Read the manual whenever necessary to
refresh your understanding of proper use, inspection, and maintenance procedures.
• DO NOT exceed the 350 pound (159.1kg) capacity. The total weight applied to the ladder (weight of the user plus
tools, etc.) must not be greater than 350 pounds.
• DO NOT install the ladder on uneven or unstable surfaces. ONLY install the ladder on level, even surfaces.
Install the ladder in a location where users cannot contact overhead objects. In particular, there must be no
possibility of users contacting electrical wiring.
• DO NOT use the ladder if you tire quickly or easily, or if you have experienced fainting spells. DO NOT use the
ladder if you are under the influence of alcohol, medication, or other substances that affects your balance or
coordination. Only use the ladder if you are in good health.
• Make sure that you will not contact overhead objects with your body during use.
• Inspect the truck as directed in Inspections and Maintenance on page 5. DO NOT use the device unless it is in
satisfactory condition. See Record of Satisfactory Condition on p. 5.
• Always unload the ladder before leaving it unattended.
• Remove foreign matter, like mud, oil, and grease, from your shoes before walking on the ladder.
• DO NOT increase the height of the platform, or a step, by standing on other objects placed on the ladder. For
instance, do not use a step stool on the ladder platform.
• Children must not play on the ladder. Apply measure to prevent access to the ladder by children.
• Inspect the ladder as described in Inspections & Maintenance on p. 5. DO NOT use the ladder unless it is in
normal condition. ONLY use manufacturer-approved replacement parts if repairs are necessary.
• DO NOT use the ladder if either mounting plate (at the base of each stairway) is significantly worn. See
applicable Exploded View on page #, #, #, or #. The ladder should be rigidly fastened to the floor. It should not
wobble to any degree.
• DO NOT store items on the ladder. Only use this product as it is intended, i.e. as a pedestrian walkway.
• DO NOT lean, or reach, over the sides of the ladder. Always keep your center of gravity (belly button) between
the handrails.
• DO NOT use this product UNLESS every label shown in the Labeling diagram on p. 18 is in place, undamaged,
and easily readable.
• DO NOT modify the ladder in any way without express, written approval from Vestil. Unapproved modifications
automatically void the Limited Warranty on p. 19 and might make the product unsafe to use.
